Hudspeth Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hudspeth Dam, located in Cooke, Texas, was completed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS and serves a variety of purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This earth dam has a height of 26 feet and a length of 548 feet, with a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Clear Creek, the dam is designed with a buttress core type and is owned and operated by a private entity.
Despite its relatively small size, Hudspeth Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and conservation in the region. The dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state, but regular inspections are conducted to ensure its structural integrity. With a high hazard potential rating, the dam poses some risk, but specific risk management measures are not detailed in the available data.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hudspeth Dam represents a fascinating case study in private dam ownership and management. As an integral part of the local ecosystem, the dam provides essential services while also presenting challenges in terms of risk assessment and mitigation. Its presence on TR-Clear Creek highlights the interconnectedness of water resources and the need for sustainable practices in dam construction and operation.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
548 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
265 |
Nid Storage |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Hudspeth Dam