Coffman Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Coffman Lake Dam, located in Henderson, Texas, is a privately owned structure primarily serving purposes such as fire protection, stock, and small fish pond storage.


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Summary

Built in 1992 by BERNHARD & WRIGHT, this Earth dam stands at a height of 48 feet with a hydraulic height of 48 feet and a structural height of 52 feet. The dam's length stretches to 1140 feet, containing a maximum storage capacity of 3430 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 1600 acre-feet.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 302 feet, is uncontrolled and has an outlet for three gates. The dam overlooks Catfish Creek and has a drainage area of 2.91 square miles, with a surface area of 144 acres. The last inspection in September 2016 deemed the dam's condition as 'satisfactory,' with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the hazard potential is not available, the structure is state-regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement.

Coffman Lake Dam not only provides essential functions like fire protection and stock storage but also offers recreational opportunities within the area. With its strategic location and design, this dam is an integral part of water resource management in the region, ensuring safety, conservation, and sustainable use of water for various purposes.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

1140

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

CATFISH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

144

Hydraulic Height

48

Drainage Area

2.91

Nid Storage

3430

Structural Height

52

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 3

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

52
       
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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.