Turner May Dam
Turner May Dam is an earth dam located in Nolan County, Texas, built in 1950. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About Turner May Dam
The primary purpose of Turner May Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Jack Turner May (private). It impounds the Tr-rough Creek near Sweetwater.
The dam stands 29 feet tall and stretches 680 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. Completed in 1950, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 05/20/2011. That was over 14 years ago.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Nolan |
| Nearest City | Sweetwater |
| River/Stream | Tr-rough Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.47178, -100.48018 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 5,001 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | JACK TURNER MAY |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 05/20/2011 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX04916 |
| Federal ID | TX04916 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |