Tx No Name No 16 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tx No Name No 16 Dam, located in Karnes, Texas, is a private dam with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and a length of 750 feet, providing a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Hord Creek and managed by the Fort Worth District, serves as a crucial resource for local water management.
Despite not being regulated by the state and lacking a spillway, Tx No Name No 16 Dam plays a significant role in the community's water supply and emergency preparedness. The dam's high hazard potential highlights the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures. With a risk assessment rating of 2 (high), it is clear that the safety and maintenance of this dam are critical for protecting downstream areas and ensuring the efficient utilization of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
HORD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
136 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
San Antonio Rv At Sh 72 Nr Runge
|
217cfs |
Escondido Ck At Kenedy
|
0cfs |
Ecleto Ck Nr Runge
|
0cfs |
Medio Ck Nr Beeville
|
0cfs |
San Antonio Rv At Goliad
|
443cfs |
Cibolo Ck Nr Falls City
|
30cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Tx No Name No 16 Dam