Dallas Hunt And Fish Lower Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dallas Hunt and Fish Lower Lake Dam, located in Dallas, Texas, is a private dam that was completed in 1900 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a height of 9 feet and stretching 6500 feet in length, holds a normal storage capacity of 347 acre-feet. Situated on Prairie Creek, this earth dam with a buttress core is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures. Despite its age, the dam's condition has not been rated, and its hazard potential is listed as not available.

The dam, with a maximum storage capacity of 1500 acre-feet, serves as a popular spot for fishing and hunting activities, providing a surface area of 124 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. However, with a high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam poses potential risks that need to be carefully managed. While the last inspection took place in April 1982, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures remain unclear. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize the safety and maintenance of dams like Dallas Hunt and Fish Lower Lake Dam to ensure the protection of both the environment and public safety.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

6500

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

PRAIRIE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

124

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

1500

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

9
       
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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.