Balmorhea Dam
Texas — Reeves County — SANDIA CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Reeves |
| River | SANDIA CREEK |
| Coordinates | 30.96129, -103.71195 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,850 ft |
| NID Storage | 10,662 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 10,662 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 685 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 11, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1917 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | REEVES COUNTY WID 1 |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.