Upper Pecan Bayou Ws Scs Site 25 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Coleman, Texas, the Upper Pecan Bayou WS SCS Site 25 Dam stands as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-PECAN BAYOU river.
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Summary
Built in 1974 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam measures 37 feet in height and spans 1725 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1520 acre-feet for water management in the region. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, and recreational activities.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is inspected and permitted by the state to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. Its moderate hazard potential categorization indicates a risk level of 3, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to mitigate any potential threats. Equipped with slide and uncontrolled gates for water release, the dam plays a vital role in maintaining water levels and protecting the surrounding areas from flooding events.
As a part of the Fort Worth District under the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Upper Pecan Bayou WS SCS Site 25 Dam embodies a harmonious blend of engineering excellence and environmental stewardship. With its critical role in flood risk reduction and water resource management, the dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of federal, state, and local agencies in safeguarding the community against natural disasters and ensuring sustainable water usage in the region.
Years Modified |
2003 - Other |
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1725 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PECAN BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
4.7 |
Nid Storage |
1520 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
Deep Ck At Moran
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0cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Upper Pecan Bayou Ws Scs Site 25 Dam
Lk Coleman Nr Novice