Moonshine Creek Dam No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Moonshine Creek Dam No 1, located in Henderson, Texas, was completed in 1969 and stands at a height of 25 feet, with a length of 450 feet.


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Summary

Owned privately, this earth dam with a buttress core serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Situated on TR-COON CREEK, the dam holds a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 23 acre-feet.

Despite not being state regulated, Moonshine Creek Dam No 1 has undergone state permitting and inspection processes. With no spillway and a hazard potential not available, the dam poses a high risk, emphasizing the need for proper risk management measures. The last inspection was conducted in 1975, highlighting the importance of ensuring the safety and maintenance of this essential water infrastructure for the community and environment it serves.

As a significant feature in the Fort Worth District, Moonshine Creek Dam No 1 offers a glimpse into the intersection of human ingenuity and natural beauty in water resource management. With its historical significance and recreational value, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable practices in preserving our water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-COON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

57

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.