Wildcat Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wildcat Dam, located in Burnet, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1951 by Freese and Nichols.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 700 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.7 acres. Wildcat Dam primarily serves the purposes of fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation, with recreational activities also supported.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Wildcat Dam has state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dam overlooks Beaver Creek and is part of the Fort Worth District, with Congressman Roger Williams representing the area in Congress. Although the hazard potential and condition assessment of Wildcat Dam are not currently rated, its risk assessment is moderate.

With uncontrolled and valve outlets, as well as a spillway width of 125 feet, Wildcat Dam is designed to manage potential water discharges effectively. While its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is not specified, the dam's risk management measures are under review. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory aspects of Wildcat Dam, which play a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment.

Year Completed

1951

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.7

Hydraulic Height

30

Drainage Area

8.53

Nid Storage

192

Structural Height

30

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.