Rl Anderson Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rl Anderson Dam, also known as Nutt Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Erath, Texas.


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Summary

Built in 1963 by USDA NRCS, the dam primarily serves as a recreational area for water enthusiasts. Standing at a height of 27 feet and spanning 898 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 281 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 131 acre-feet. Despite not having a spillway, the dam is designed to withstand potential risks and has a hazard potential rating of "Not Available."

Situated on TR-Berrys Creek, the Rl Anderson Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District and is not regulated by the state. Although it has not been rated for condition assessment, the dam is subject to regular inspections by the state regulatory agency. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)", the dam has not yet prepared an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or conducted risk management measures. Overall, Rl Anderson Dam provides a crucial recreational resource in the region, while also highlighting the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness for water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

898

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-BERRYS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

27

Nid Storage

281

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.