Stinson Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Stinson Dam, located in Nacogdoches, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond.
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Summary
This private Earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a length of 1500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. While it does not have a spillway, it does have a single outlet gate for water release.
Despite being completed at an unknown year, Stinson Dam is still in operation with a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet. It is primarily inspected and regulated by the state of Texas, with no federal oversight. While its condition assessment is not rated, the dam has a high risk potential (2) according to the data provided. Although it lacks certain emergency preparedness measures like an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), it remains a vital structure for the local community in terms of water resource management and habitat preservation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Stinson Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with significant water storage capacity and multiple functional purposes. Its location on TR-Bayou La Nana in Nacogdoches, Texas, highlights the importance of such dams for fire protection and stock management in rural areas. Despite its age and lack of certain safety measures, the dam continues to play a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water management efforts, showcasing the complexities and challenges of maintaining and regulating infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAYOU LA NANA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou Lanana At Nacogdoches
|
9cfs |
Angelina Rv Nr Alto
|
449cfs |
Attoyac Bayou Nr Chireno
|
1200cfs |
E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing
|
32cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Diboll
|
919cfs |
Ayish Bayou Nr San Augustine
|
196cfs |
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.
Stinson Dam
Lk Nacogdoches Nr Nacogdoches