Mcbee Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ballinger Municipal Lake Dam Kuhn Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcbee Dam, located in Runnels County, Texas, was completed in 1984 by the JACK B ANGLIN CO, INC and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This earth dam with a height of 13 feet and a length of 100 feet holds a maximum storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 16 acre-feet. Despite having no spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate for water release.
With a risk assessment rating of High (2), Mcbee Dam is not currently rated for its condition assessment. The dam is not under state regulation or jurisdiction, but it does undergo regular state inspections and permitting. The primary source agency for Mcbee Dam is the state of Texas, and it is owned privately. The dam is situated on Valley Creek and is designated for the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Mcbee Dam intriguing for its unique design features and multiple usage capabilities. The dam's location in a rural area of Texas adds to its appeal, providing essential water resources for fire protection and agriculture while also serving as a habitat for small fish. The risk assessment highlights the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of the dam to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Mcbee Dam