Duke Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pelaez Lake Dam Schoenfeld Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Duke Dam, located in Bandera, Texas, was completed in 1967 and serves as a vital resource for fire protection and stock or small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 669 feet along Little Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 111 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 71 acre-feet, Duke Dam plays a crucial role in water management in the region.
The dam, managed by a private owner, has not been rated for its condition assessment, but its hazard potential is deemed not available. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate and is inspected regularly by the state authorities. While the risk assessment for the dam is considered high, specific risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols are not specified in the available data. Duke Dam's importance in water resource management and its impact on the local ecosystem make it a significant structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study for its contributions to the region's water security and environmental health.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
669 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Duke Dam