Mccann-Carter Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tumco Dam Di-41 Tumco Dam Di-40
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Mccann-Carter Dam, located in Kilgore, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 2007 with a primary purpose that extends beyond just water storage.
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Summary
This dam, standing at a height of 25 feet, serves as a crucial structure on the TR-Tiawichi Creek, offering a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 70. Despite its relatively small size, this dam plays a significant role in water resource management in the region.
With no spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates, Mccann-Carter Dam presents unique challenges in terms of risk management and emergency preparedness. Despite being categorized as having a high risk level, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, indicating a need for further evaluation. The surrounding area faces potential hazard, although specific details on potential risks and risk management measures are not readily available. As a privately owned structure, the responsibility for ensuring the dam's safety and maintenance falls on the owners, highlighting the importance of proper monitoring and inspection protocols.
Overall, Mccann-Carter Dam stands as a vital component of the water infrastructure in Rusk County, Texas, contributing to both water storage and risk mitigation efforts. As a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam presents a unique case study in the management of smaller-scale structures with significant implications for the surrounding community and environment. Further research and assessment are needed to fully understand the dam's impact and ensure its continued safety and functionality in the face of potential risks.
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TIAWICHI CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
|
251cfs |
Rabbit Ck At Kilgore
|
15cfs |
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
|
210cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
226cfs |
Little Cypress Ck Nr Ore City
|
53cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
|
291cfs |
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.
Mccann-Carter Dam