Mitchell Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Ballinger, Texas, Mitchell Dam was completed in 1951 and serves as a vital irrigation source for the surrounding area.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 15 feet and a length of 1100 feet, is an earth dam with a buttress core type. It is situated on Big Coyote Creek and is owned privately, with state permitting and inspection in place.
With a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, Mitchell Dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water supply for agricultural use in the region. Despite its age, the dam's condition is not rated, and it has not been inspected since 1985. The lack of a spillway raises some concerns, but the risk assessment is deemed high (2) with potential hazards not available.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, Mitchell Dam's role in sustaining irrigation needs becomes increasingly significant. With a focus on water management and safety, ensuring regular inspections and maintenance of the dam is essential to mitigate potential risks and safeguard this crucial water resource in Runnels County, Texas.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BIG COYOTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv At Robert Lee
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0cfs |
Cat Claw Ck At Abilene
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1cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
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21cfs |
Cedar Ck At Ih 20
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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.
Mitchell Dam