Hatchel Farm Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Bowie, Texas, the Hatchel Farm Lake Dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes and also offers recreational opportunities.


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Summary

Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 1320 feet, with a storage capacity of 1000 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.

The dam, situated on Holly Creek, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and three uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite being rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, the dam is categorized as having a moderate risk level. While there is no emergency action plan (EAP) currently in place, the dam is maintained by private owners and has not been modified in recent years. With its historical significance and ongoing management, the Hatchel Farm Lake Dam remains a vital resource for water management and recreation in the area.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

1320

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

HOLLY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

69

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

1000

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 3

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.