Santo Tomas Tank Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Santo Tomas Tank Dam, located in Webb County, Texas, was completed in 1965 and serves as a crucial water resource in the region.


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Summary

This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 270 acre-feet, providing essential water supply for the surrounding area. The dam is situated on the Santo Tomas Creek and has a surface area of 11 acres, making it a significant feature in the local landscape.

Despite its age, Santo Tomas Tank Dam is currently not rated for its condition and has not undergone a recent inspection. The dam has no spillway and is not regulated by the state, posing a hazard potential that is classified as "Not Available." However, the risk assessment for the dam is considered high, indicating a need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure. With its important role in water storage and management, Santo Tomas Tank Dam is a key asset for the community and requires careful monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

1060

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

TR-SANTO TOMAS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

270

Structural Height

14

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.