Alexander Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bounds Lake Dam Bagley Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Alexander Lake Dam in Panola, Texas, is a private earth dam completed in 1935 for fire protection, livestock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 16 feet and a length of 545 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres. Located on TR-Taylor Creek, this dam serves the community and surrounding area with its water resource management capabilities.
Despite its age, Alexander Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, with a hazard potential that is not available. The risk assessment for this dam is considered high, indicating a need for careful monitoring and management. As a privately owned structure, the dam falls under state jurisdiction but is not regulated by the state. With no inspection date or frequency listed, the safety and integrity of this dam rely on the diligence of its owners in ensuring its continued functionality.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Alexander Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management and maintenance of older earth dams. With its historical significance and essential role in the local ecosystem, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource practices and the need for ongoing risk assessment and management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
545 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TAYLOR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
|
9200cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
|
315cfs |
Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley
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5cfs |
Cypress Bayou Near Keithville
|
7cfs |
Bayou San Patricio Near Benson
|
0cfs |
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
|
251cfs |
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.
Alexander Lake Dam