Mountain Valley Dam No 1, located in Burleson, Texas, along Village Creek, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 1960, this 18-foot tall structure has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15.6 acres. The dam, designed by Szurgot and Associates, has undergone modifications in 1980 to enhance its hydraulic capabilities, with an uncontrolled spillway that can discharge up to 1600 cubic feet per second.
Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment in April 2021 deemed it unsatisfactory, signaling a need for maintenance and potential improvements to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With its proximity to residential areas and recreational opportunities, preserving the integrity of Mountain Valley Dam No 1 is crucial for water resource management and climate resilience in Johnson County, Texas.
Years Modified |
1980 - Hydraulic |
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1850 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
VILLAGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
2.07 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Village Ck At Everman
|
6cfs |
Clear Fk Trinity Rv Nr Benbrook
|
16cfs |
Mountain Ck Nr Venus
|
1cfs |
Marys Ck At Benbrook
|
5cfs |
Walnut Ck Nr Mansfield
|
0cfs |
Clear Fk Trinity Rv At Ft Worth
|
32cfs |