New Canyon Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Phillips Refinery Dam No 1 Pantex Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
New Canyon Dam, located in Hutchinson, Texas, along the TR-DIXON CREEK, stands as a concrete buttress structure completed in 1977, with a height of 51 feet and a length of 254 feet.
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Summary
The dam serves as a vital water resource with a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet, providing essential support for irrigation and other water-related activities in the region. Despite being privately owned, the dam is state-permitted and inspected, ensuring its structural integrity and safety.
With a surface area of 4.3 acres, New Canyon Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage for the surrounding area, with a spillway width of 60 feet. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam's primary purpose is listed as 'Other', indicating its multi-functional role in water resource management in the region. Additionally, the presence of uncontrolled outlet gates underscores the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and enhance operational efficiency.
Named after its location in New Canyon, this dam remains a significant landmark in the Texas landscape, reflecting the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations. With a history dating back to the late 1970s, New Canyon Dam continues to fulfill its role in ensuring water security and supporting agricultural activities in the area. As climate change impacts water availability, the proper maintenance and regulation of structures like New Canyon Dam become increasingly crucial for sustainable resource management and adaptation to changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
254 |
Dam Height |
51 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DIXON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
51 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Structural Height |
51 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
51 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Blue Ck Nr Fritch
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0cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Amarillo
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48cfs |
Palo Duro Ck Nr Spearman
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0cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
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44cfs |
Pr Dog Twn Fk Red Rv Nr Wayside
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11cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
New Canyon Dam
Lk Meredith Nr Sanford