Paul Henshaw Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Schorsch Dam Marshall Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Atascosa, Texas, Paul Henshaw Dam was completed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital water resource for the region.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, primarily used for Fish and Wildlife Pond purposes. Despite not having a spillway, the dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, recreation, and stock watering in the area.
Managed by the Galveston District and with a high risk assessment level, Paul Henshaw Dam does not have a hazard potential rating available. The condition assessment of the dam has not been rated, and no emergency action plan has been prepared. While lacking certain regulatory oversight, the dam continues to provide essential water management services for the local community and wildlife. As an Earth dam with a buttress core type, it stands as a testament to effective water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
596 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LA PARITA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.84 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Paul Henshaw Dam