North Romero Tank Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: New Tank Dam Red Tank Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
North Romero Tank Dam, located in Oldham, Texas, was completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a critical water supply source in the area.
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Summary
The earth dam, with a height of 28 feet and a length of 668 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 193 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 143 acre-feet. Despite not having a spillway, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for the region.
The dam's primary purpose is water supply, and it is designed as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Although it is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular state inspections and permitting processes. The risk assessment for the dam is considered high, highlighting the importance of implementing effective risk management measures to ensure its safety and reliability for the surrounding community. North Romero Tank Dam stands as a testament to the vital role of water infrastructure in supporting the local climate and environment.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
668 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
ROMERO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
North Romero Tank Dam