Dogwood Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Dogwood Lake Dam, located in Polk, Texas, is a privately-owned structure built in 1965 for recreational purposes along the TR-Choates Creek.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 35 feet and stretching 530 feet in length, this earth dam serves as a hub for outdoor enthusiasts seeking leisure activities in the area. With a maximum storage capacity of 209 acre-feet and a normal storage of 92 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene surface area of 13.7 acres for visitors to enjoy.

Despite its age, Dogwood Lake Dam remains in good condition with a high hazard potential, indicating the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam, with a structural height of 35 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, does not feature a spillway, adding to the uniqueness of its design. While the dam has not been federally regulated, it is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements, ensuring safety and compliance with environmental standards for water resources in the region.

With its picturesque location and significant storage capacity, Dogwood Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management, recreational activities, and environmental stewardship. As a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of balancing infrastructure development with sustainability and safety practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Years Modified

2007 - Other

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

TR-CHOATES CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.7

Hydraulic Height

32

Nid Storage

209

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.