Spring Lake Rod And Gun Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Spring Lake Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam, located in Wilbarger, Texas, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 510 feet, creating a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Prairie Dog Town FK Red River, this dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its recreational purpose, the Spring Lake Rod and Gun Club Lake Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition, with a moderate risk level assigned to it. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one uncontrolled outlet gate, with a hazard potential that is not available. The last inspection in March 2016 revealed the dam's condition, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to address any potential safety concerns. As a key feature in the Fort Worth District, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and environmental conservation efforts in the area.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

510

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-PRAIRIE DOG TOWN FK RED RV

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

0.82

Nid Storage

122

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.