Broughton Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Broughton Lake Dam, located in Anderson County, Texas, was completed in 1949 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a length of 450 feet, impounds Broughton Lake on the TR-Mound Prairie Creek. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 10 acres.
Despite being privately owned and not state regulated, Broughton Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its condition being unrated and its hazard potential not being available. The dam lacks a spillway and has no locks or outlets other than a single gate. While it has not been inspected recently and lacks emergency preparedness information, the dam continues to serve as a recreational feature in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its serene surroundings and potential for outdoor activities.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOUND PRAIRIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Neches Rv Nr Neches
|
212cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
|
1090cfs |
Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood
|
12cfs |
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
|
828cfs |
Mud Ck Nr Jacksonville
|
58cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
965cfs |
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.
Broughton Lake Dam