H T Copeland Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Roy Stockett Dam Tulia Feedlot Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
H T Copeland Dam, located in Swisher County, Texas, was completed in 1969 and serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a height of 10 feet and a length of 490 feet, has a storage capacity of 348 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 0. Despite not having a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate.
Even though the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been recently inspected or assessed for its condition, its hazard potential is listed as 'Not Available.' However, it is classified as having a high risk level (2), indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and the safety of the surrounding area. The presence of the dam on the South Tule Draw river provides valuable water resources for the local community and highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH TULE DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
348 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
H T Copeland Dam