Dutton Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dutton Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, along TR-Copperas Creek, was completed in 1974 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 500 feet, with a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections and permitting processes to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite the lack of a spillway, Dutton Dam has a high hazard potential rating, indicating potential risks associated with its operation. The dam has not been rated for its condition, but it is equipped with one outlet gate to manage water flow. The risk assessment for the dam is considered high, signifying the importance of monitoring and maintaining the structure to prevent any potential disasters. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dutton Dam serves as a significant piece of infrastructure in the region's water management system, highlighting the intersection of human development and natural resources.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COPPERAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
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.
Dutton Dam