Hale Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hale Lake Dam, located in Spur, Texas, is a privately owned structure on Dockum Creek with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Built in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 1950 feet, providing storage of up to 1148 acre-feet of water. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 65 feet wide, can handle a maximum discharge of 4500 cubic feet per second.

The dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment in March 2017 rating its condition as fair. Despite a moderate risk assessment, the hazard potential is not available, and the emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown. With the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) overseeing state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, Hale Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Water and climate enthusiasts will find Hale Lake Dam to be a fascinating structure with a significant impact on the local water supply and irrigation practices.

Years Modified

2011 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

1950

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

DOCKUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

28

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

40.2

Nid Storage

1148

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

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.