Meeker Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Meeker Lake Dam, located in Aledo, Texas, was completed in 1959 and stands at a height of 44 feet with a length of 950 feet.


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Summary

This Earth dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 980 acre-feet and normal storage of 420 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 18 acres.

Despite its recreational benefits, Meeker Lake Dam has an unsatisfactory condition assessment as of April 2021. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but it is classified as having a moderate risk level. The dam is state-regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 82 feet, and the dam features both uncontrolled and valve outlet gates.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts visiting Meeker Lake Dam can appreciate its natural beauty and recreational opportunities while being aware of its maintenance and risk management measures. The dam's location on the Rufe Evans Hollow stream adds to its charm, offering a peaceful escape for those seeking a connection to nature. With a focus on safety and regulation, Meeker Lake Dam continues to provide a haven for outdoor enthusiasts in Parker County, Texas.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

950

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

RUFE EVANS HOLLOW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

1.11

Nid Storage

980

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 4, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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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.