North Crites Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Crites Dam, located in Glen Rose, Texas, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1965 by USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 792 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 456 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in providing water supply for agricultural needs in the region.

Despite being a non-federally regulated dam, North Crites Dam has a high hazard potential and is classified as having a risk level of 2. While it lacks a spillway, the dam features one outlet gate for water release. Its condition assessment is currently not rated, and it does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place. Given its critical role in irrigation and water supply, continued monitoring and maintenance of North Crites Dam are essential to ensure the safety and reliability of this important water resource infrastructure.

With its strategic location on the TR-East Branch Wolf Creek, North Crites Dam serves as a vital component of the water management system in Hood County, Texas. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of dams like North Crites in maintaining water supply and irrigation capabilities cannot be understated. Efforts to enhance risk management measures and establish emergency preparedness plans will be crucial in safeguarding this essential water resource infrastructure for the future.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

792

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

TR-EAST BRANCH WOLF CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

38

Nid Storage

456

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

38
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.