Indian Mound Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Indian Mound Lake Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, was completed in 1972 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 950 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 524 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Red Branch River and is owned by a private entity.

Despite its recreational significance, Indian Mound Lake Dam's condition assessment is poor, with the last inspection conducted in July 2013. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and one outlet gate. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement measures.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Indian Mound Lake Dam should note its location in Hawkins, Texas, within the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its historical significance dating back to the early 1970s, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community. However, the dam's poor condition and moderate risk level highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to ensure public safety and the longevity of this water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

950

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

RED BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

32

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.15

Nid Storage

524

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.