Robert W Henzler Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Robert W Henzler Dam, located in Denton, Texas, is a private-owned structure completed in 1968 with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 16 feet, this earth dam on the TR-ISLE DU BOIS CREEK offers a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet. Despite having no spillway, the dam boasts an outlet gate for water release.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Robert W Henzler Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. While it has not been rated for its condition assessment, the dam is classified as having a high risk potential. Its hazard potential is not available, and it lacks an emergency action plan and inundation maps. The dam's presence underscores the vital role it plays in supporting irrigation activities in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management amidst changing climatic conditions.

With its strategic location in Denton, Texas, the Robert W Henzler Dam serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure for the local community. While its design details and associated structures remain unspecified, the dam's construction and operations are not funded or overseen by federal agencies. This underlines the significance of private ownership in ensuring the efficient maintenance and management of essential water reservoirs like the Robert W Henzler Dam in the face of evolving climate challenges.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-ISLE DU BOIS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

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.