Mountain Valley Dam No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mountain Valley Dam No 1, located in Burleson, Texas, along Village Creek, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

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
       
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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.