Sandy Creek Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Janes - Prentice Dam Caddell Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Sandy Creek Lake Dam, located in Garza, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam built in 1970 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 630 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. Despite being designed without a spillway, the dam is considered to have a high risk potential due to its condition assessment being not rated and its hazard potential not available.
The dam poses a risk of failure and potential flooding, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and the protection of the surrounding environment. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)", it is essential for appropriate risk management measures to be put in place to mitigate the potential consequences of a dam failure. As a popular recreational spot, Sandy Creek Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam design, construction, and maintenance to safeguard water resources and prevent disasters.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
RED HOLLOW CAN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Sandy Creek Lake Dam