Young Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Young Dam, located in King County, Texas, along the East Fork Dove Creek, was completed in 1958 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 600 feet.
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Summary
Owned privately, this earth dam with a buttress core serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other'. It has a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 72 acre-feet.
Despite being non-federally regulated, Young Dam presents a high risk potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. With no spillway and limited information on its inspection frequency and emergency action plan, this structure may be of interest to water resource and climate enthusiasts for further study and monitoring. The dam's location and design characteristics make it a noteworthy feature in the region, contributing to the local hydrology and potentially impacting surrounding ecosystems.
For those interested in water resource management and dam infrastructure, Young Dam offers a unique case study in the Texas landscape. With its private ownership and lack of federal oversight, the dam's risk potential and condition assessment pose intriguing questions about its long-term sustainability and resilience to changing climate conditions. Further research and monitoring of Young Dam could provide valuable insights into the intersection of water resources, climate change, and infrastructure management in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST FORK DOVE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fk Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
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0cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
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12cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Rule
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11cfs |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
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1cfs |
Clear Fk Brazos Rv Nr Roby
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1cfs |
N Wichita Rv Nr Truscott
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14cfs |
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.
Young Dam