Chiltipin-San Fernando Cks Ws Scs Site 5 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Chiltipin-San Fernando Creeks Water Supply Storage Conservation Service Site 5 Dam, located in Jim Wells County, Texas, was completed in 1981 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth-type structure with a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a length of 5960 feet. It has a storage capacity of 9683 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 20.4 square miles, providing essential flood protection for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. Although the dam is currently rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, it is considered to have a high risk level of 2. With no spillway and one outlet gate, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region while supporting water resource management initiatives.
Owned by the local government, Chiltipin-San Fernando Creeks WS SCS Site 5 Dam is a vital infrastructure asset in the area, protecting lives and properties from potential flooding events. Its partnership with federal agencies such as the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlights its importance in water conservation and flood control efforts, making it a significant site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate in the context of sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
5960 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
CHILTIOIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
67 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
20.4 |
Nid Storage |
9683 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Chiltipin-San Fernando Cks Ws Scs Site 5 Dam