Teague City Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Teague City Lake Dam, located in Freestone County, Texas, was completed in 1953 for the primary purpose of recreation and water supply from the HOLMAN CREEK.


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Summary

This earthen dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches 1700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2785 acre-feet. The dam has a spillway width of 357 feet and a maximum discharge of 14,892 cubic feet per second.

The dam is owned and regulated by the local government, with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) overseeing state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its poor condition assessment, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and a moderate risk rating has been assigned. With a history of modifications in 1957 for hydraulic improvements, the dam features a mix of controlled and uncontrolled outlet gates for water release.

As a critical infrastructure for the region's water supply and recreation activities, the Teague City Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for the community. However, its condition and risk assessment highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and reliability of the dam for years to come.

Years Modified

1957 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1953

Dam Length

1700

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

HOLMAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

6.38

Nid Storage

2785

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1, Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.