Dam 15 dam
Dam 15
Dam 15, also known as 46d, is a Federal-owned earth dam located in Copperas Cove, Texas, along the Coryell River. With a height of 19 feet and a length of 1350 feet, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 8 acres and a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet. Managed by the US Army, Dam 15 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While it is not state-regulated or inspected, the dam's safety and maintenance are overseen by the US Army.
Despite its relatively small size, Dam 15 plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors. The uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet ensures proper water management during periods of high flow. With its location in Coryell County, Texas, the dam contributes to the conservation and utilization of water resources in the region. Although the condition assessment and emergency action plan details are not available, the dam's risk management measures are in place to ensure safety and resilience in case of emergencies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dam 15 serves as a significant infrastructure managed by the US Army to support recreational activities and water storage in the Coryell River watershed. Its construction and maintenance reflect a commitment to balancing water management needs with environmental stewardship. As part of the Fort Worth District, the dam contributes to the overall water resource management strategy in Texas. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, ongoing monitoring and risk management measures help mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Dam 15 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cowhouse Ck At Pidcoke | 28 cfs | → |
| Lampasas Rv Nr Kempner | 60 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv At Gatesville | 66 cfs | → |
| Lampasas Rv At Ding Dong | 111 cfs | → |
| S Fk Rocky Ck Nr Briggs | 6 cfs | → |
| Nolan Ck At S Penelope | 59 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dam 15.
Boat launches
- Park Road, Harker Heights
- Cherokee Drive, Harker Heights
- Owl Creek Park Road 6800, Gatesville
- Union Grove Park Road, Salado
- Denmans Lane, Belton
- Park Road, Salado
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
More reservoirs
Track Dam 15 in the Snoflo app
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About Dam 15
Where does the data for Dam 15 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Dam 15.