Lupton Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lupton Lake Dam, located in Dallas, Texas, was completed in 1959 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.


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Summary

This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet with a length of 610 feet, providing a storage capacity of 239 acre-feet. With a surface area of 16 acres, the dam is situated on TR-Duck Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Although the dam is not equipped with a spillway, its hazard potential is considered to be high. Despite not having a condition rating, the dam has not been rated for its emergency preparedness, and no risk management measures have been documented. The overall risk assessment for Lupton Lake Dam has been classified as a level 2 risk, indicating the importance of monitoring and maintaining the structure to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lupton Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and safety. With its diverse range of purposes and the potential risks associated with its design and lack of emergency preparedness, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and risk assessment in safeguarding our water infrastructure and communities against potential hazards.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

610

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-DUCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

26

Nid Storage

239

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.