Chiltipin San Fernando Cks Ws Scs Site 7 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Jim Wells, Texas, the Chiltipin San Fernando Cks WS SCS Site 7 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of flood risk reduction in the region.
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Summary
Constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam boasts a height of 22 feet, a length of 5650 feet, and a storage capacity of 4182 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from the potential devastation of flooding, with a maximum discharge capacity of 11494 cubic feet per second.
The dam, situated on Muerto Creek, is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a spillway width of 354 feet and a surface area of 72 acres, the dam provides essential flood control measures for the community. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam's moderate risk level (3) highlights the ongoing importance of its maintenance and management to safeguard the region from potential hazards.
With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, the Chiltipin San Fernando Cks WS SCS Site 7 Dam serves as a vital infrastructure component in the area. Managed by local government authorities and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam remains a key asset in the region's water resource and climate resilience efforts. Its strategic location and operational capabilities contribute to the overall safety and well-being of the community, showcasing the critical role that such structures play in mitigating natural disasters and protecting lives and property.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
5650 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
MUERTO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
72 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
8.1 |
Nid Storage |
4182 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Chiltipin San Fernando Cks Ws Scs Site 7 Dam