Tranturn Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tranturn Lake Dam, located in Bowie, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam with a structural height of 17.8 feet and a length of 400 feet.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, the dam serves a variety of purposes, including water resource management and flood control. With a normal storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 270 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow in the area.

Despite its importance, Tranturn Lake Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition, with a moderate risk rating of 3. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2016. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam does have an uncontrolled spillway and two uncontrolled outlet gates.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Tranturn Lake Dam represents a key piece of infrastructure in the region, providing essential water management and flood control services. As the dam continues to be monitored and maintained, its role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential hazards remains crucial.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

17.8

River Or Stream

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.8

Hydraulic Height

17.8

Nid Storage

77

Structural Height

17.8

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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. 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

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, 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.