Tx No Name No 50 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bullock Lake Dam Newton Lake No 1 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tx No Name No 50 Dam, located in Milam, Texas, stands as a testament to engineering excellence with its Earth core type structure and buttress foundations.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this private dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. With a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a length of 430 feet, this dam on the TR-Cedar Creek river has a surface area of 5 acres and a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet.
Despite its age, Tx No Name No 50 Dam has not been rated for its condition or assessed for its hazard potential. However, it is notable for its high risk level and the absence of a spillway. The dam's emergency action plan status is unknown, as is the frequency of inspections. With Bill Flores (R) as the representative for the congressional district, the dam operates without federal oversight or funding.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Tx No Name No 50 Dam a fascinating subject of study, given its unique features and lack of regulatory agency enforcement. Its historical significance, coupled with its high risk level, presents an opportunity for further exploration into the management and maintenance of aging dams in Texas.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Rv At Cameron
|
165cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |
Little Brazos Rv At Fm 485 Nr Hearne
|
564cfs |
Brazos Rv At Sh 21 Nr Bryan
|
570cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
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 50 Dam