Leisure Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Leisure Lake Dam, located in Nocona, Texas, is a private recreational structure built in 1974 by the renowned design firm Freese and Nichols.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 33 feet and stretching for 1150 feet, this earth dam on Barefoot Branch provides a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various leisure activities. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a storage capacity of 825 acre-feet and a normal storage of 246 acre-feet.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Leisure Lake Dam has been regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities to ensure its safe operation. With an uncontrolled spillway and two uncontrolled outlets along with one valve, the dam presents a moderate risk level. The condition assessment in 2018 rated it as fair, reflecting ongoing maintenance and risk management measures. Water enthusiasts can appreciate the picturesque surroundings and recreational opportunities provided by Leisure Lake Dam, making it a popular destination in Montague County, Texas.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

1150

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

BAREFOOT BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

5.16

Nid Storage

825

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.