Kim-Juan Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kim-Juan Lake Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, was completed in 1949 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a height of 18 feet, creates a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 101 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 70 acre-feet. The earth dam, supported by a buttress core, spans 610 feet in length and controls the flow of TR-Keys Creek.

Despite its age, Kim-Juan Lake Dam has faced challenges in terms of its structural integrity as it has been assessed to be in poor condition. The dam features uncontrolled and valve outlet gates, as well as an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet. The risk assessment for the dam indicates a moderate risk level, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding area.

With the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) overseeing state regulation, inspection, and enforcement of the dam, there is a focus on maintaining its functionality and addressing any necessary repairs or upgrades. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to stay informed about the status of dams like Kim-Juan Lake Dam to ensure the preservation of water resources and the safety of communities downstream.

Year Completed

1949

Dam Length

610

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-KEYS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.88

Nid Storage

101

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.