Adams Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hefley Lake Dam Roundhouse Pool Dam
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Adams Lake Dam, located in Hunt, Texas, was completed in 1962 and stands at 17 feet high with a length of 625 feet.
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Summary
This private dam on the TR-South Sulphur River serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 10 acres and a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. While the dam has a high hazard potential, its risk assessment is rated at a moderate level of 2, with no available condition assessment at the moment.
Situated within the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Adams Lake Dam does not have a spillway and is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type. Despite lacking certain regulatory oversight, the dam undergoes state inspections and permitting processes. Additionally, with no state jurisdiction or enforcement in place, the responsibility for the dam's maintenance and safety falls primarily to its private owner.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Adams Lake Dam represents a unique engineering feat intertwined with recreational opportunities. Its location and design offer a glimpse into the delicate balance between water management, safety precautions, and environmental considerations in the region. As efforts continue to assess and mitigate potential risks associated with the dam, it stands as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate dynamics.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
625 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH SULPHUR RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Adams Lake Dam