Coal Drainage Rentention Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

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The Coal Drainage Rentention Dam in Potter County, Texas, was completed in 1975 and serves a primary purpose of retaining coal drainage water.


Summary

Owned by a private entity, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 650 feet, providing a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-INDIAN CREEK, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Although the dam does not have a spillway, it features a single outlet gate for water release. Despite being inspected in 1977, the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are currently not available. However, it is categorized as having a high risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in controlling coal drainage water and mitigating potential risks to the surrounding environment. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the critical role that structures like the Coal Drainage Retention Dam play in safeguarding water quality and managing water flow in their respective regions.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-INDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Dam Data Reference

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.