Lk Kemp Nr Mabelle Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The LK Kemp NR Mabelle in Texas is a man-made reservoir that was built in the 1940s for flood control, water supply, and recreation purposes.
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Summary
The reservoir is fed by the South Sulphur River and serves as a water source for several nearby communities. The hydrology of the reservoir includes inflows from creeks and the river, as well as precipitation and runoff. The reservoir also has a spillway to control water levels during heavy rainfall. The area surrounding the reservoir is used for agricultural purposes, particularly for the production of wheat and cotton. Recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping are also popular at the reservoir. The surface flow and snowpack providers for the reservoir are the South Sulphur River and nearby creeks.
Reservoir Details
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | 0.0% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
1,118.98 ft
2013-06-06 |
| Maximum |
1,149.63 ft
2025-05-09 |
| Average | 1,137 ft |
Seasonal Comparison
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft Levels
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wichita Rv Nr Mabelle
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1cfs |
S Side Canal Nr Dundee
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0cfs |
Brazos Rv At Seymour
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31cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
|
312cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Electra
|
2cfs |
Pease Rv Nr Vernon
|
4cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lake Kemp Dam
Lk Kemp Nr Mabelle