Tx No Name No 23 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Scott Dam Tx No Name No 1 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tx No Name No 23 Dam, located in Childress, Texas, is a state-regulated earth dam with a structural height of 17 feet and a length of 600 feet.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this dam serves primarily for purposes other than flood control or water storage, with a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Scatterbranch Creek, this dam is owned by the state of Texas and is subject to inspection, regulation, and enforcement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
With a maximum storage capacity of 98 acre-feet and a hazard potential rating of "Not Available," the Tx No Name No 23 Dam poses a high risk (2) according to a risk assessment. The dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. Despite its condition being "Not Rated," this dam remains a critical component of the water resource infrastructure in the region. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is important to ensure that proper risk management measures are in place to address any potential safety concerns.
In the event of an emergency, it is unclear if an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) has been prepared or if it meets established guidelines. The dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date. As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the impact of infrastructure on the environment, the Tx No Name No 23 Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the role of dams in managing water resources and mitigating risks associated with potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SCATTERBRANCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Tx No Name No 23 Dam