Stockton Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Stockton Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by CARR Construction and completed in 2008.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam is 37.1 feet high and spans 1527 feet along the TR-Sabine River. With a storage capacity of 580 acre-feet, it serves multiple purposes including irrigation, flood control, and water supply for the region.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Stockton Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, two outlet gates, and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are not available, the dam is currently deemed in satisfactory condition and meets regulatory guidelines.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Stockton Dam's role in managing water resources in the region, its impact on the TR-Sabine River, and its contribution to the local ecosystem. The dam's strategic location, design, and operational capabilities make it a significant engineering feat that plays a crucial role in water management and environmental protection efforts in Wood County, Texas.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

1527

Dam Height

37.1

River Or Stream

TR-SABINE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25.9

Hydraulic Height

37.1

Drainage Area

0.44

Nid Storage

580

Structural Height

37.1

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.