Concord Oil Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Concord Oil Dam, located in Kerr County, Texas, was completed in 1965 and stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 469 feet.


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Summary

Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves a primary purpose that is categorized as "Other." With a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam, situated on TR-Elm Creek, is regulated by the state of Texas and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.

Despite being labeled as having a high risk potential, the condition of Concord Oil Dam is currently not rated. It lacks a spillway and associated locks, but does feature one outlet gate. The dam's hazard potential is listed as "Not Available," indicating a need for further assessment and risk management measures. With a strong focus on state permitting and inspection, the dam remains an essential component in the region's water resource infrastructure, although its condition and risk level warrant continued monitoring and potential upgrades to enhance safety and efficiency in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

469

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-ELM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

42

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.