Dams in San Patricio County, Texas
7Total Dams
2High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in San Patricio County, Texas
San Patricio County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in San Patricio County is 65 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Wesley E Seale Dam at 81 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley E Seale Dam | High | Satisfactory | 81 | Water Supply | 1958 |
| Jim Naismith Reservoir | High | Satisfactory | 21 | Water Supply | 2000 |
| Vahlsing Lake Dam | Significant | Poor | 24 | Recreation | 1954 |
| Green Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 35 | Irrigation | 1940 |
| Willow Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1970 |
| New Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 16 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1950 |
| Old Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 14 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1950 |