Club 13 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Club 13 Lake Dam, located in Smith County, Texas, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches 350 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 324 acre-feet. The dam sits on the TR-Butler Creek, within the Fort Worth District, and is regulated by the state with permitting and inspection requirements in place.

The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, has a width of 23 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 90 cubic feet per second. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are not rated, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level. The dam is equipped with two uncontrolled outlet gates and has a surface area of 172 acres, providing ample space for water-based recreational activities. Despite lacking federal oversight, the dam remains an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure in the area.

Overall, Club 13 Lake Dam presents a significant engineering feat in water management for recreational purposes in the heart of Texas. With its modest size and design features, the dam offers both enjoyment and a sense of security to the community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricacies of this structure, its role in balancing recreation and reservoir functionalities becomes evident, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the region.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-BUTLER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

172

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

0.78

Nid Storage

324

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.