Sediment Pond 5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sediment Pond 1 Sediment Pond 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sediment Pond 5, located in Jourdanton, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam structure with a primary purpose of sediment control.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 15 feet and stretching 2000 feet in length, has a storage capacity of 470 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 70 acres. Despite not being regulated by the state, the Mine Safety and Health Administration oversees inspections and operations of the dam.
With a hydraulic height matching its structural height at 15 feet, Sediment Pond 5 poses a high risk due to its condition being not rated and its hazard potential labeled as not available. Without a spillway, the dam lacks a designated overflow system in case of excessive water levels, potentially increasing the risk of flooding downstream. Despite the risks associated with its current condition, efforts to assess and manage these risks, as well as implement emergency action plans, seem to be lacking based on available data. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sediment Pond 5 presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment.
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
70 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.88 |
Nid Storage |
470 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Atascosa Rv At Whitsett
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0cfs |
Atascosa Rv Nr Mccoy
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1cfs |
Frio Rv At Tilden
|
0cfs |
Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers
|
34cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers
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29cfs |
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.
Sediment Pond 5