Hagaman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hodges Dam Js Mcdowell Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hagaman Lake Dam, located in Eastland, Texas, serves as a vital source of irrigation for the region, with a primary purpose of supporting agriculture.
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Summary
Built in 1913, this earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and has a length of 775 feet, creating a storage capacity of 2100 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Palo Pinto Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring proper inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 315 feet, is uncontrolled and can handle a maximum discharge of 16,024 cubic feet per second. Despite the fair condition assessment in 2018, the dam poses a moderate risk level, with a hazard potential that is not available. The last inspection in August 2017 indicated a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With a surface area of 78.3 acres and a drainage area of 13.8 square miles, Hagaman Lake Dam remains a crucial feature in the region's water resource infrastructure, supporting both agricultural and environmental needs.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management and maintenance of dams like Hagaman Lake Dam become increasingly important. With a history dating back over a century, this dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing and managing water for irrigation purposes. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and support the ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and sustainability of structures like Hagaman Lake Dam for future generations.
Year Completed |
1913 |
Dam Length |
775 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
PALO PINTO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
78.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Drainage Area |
13.8 |
Nid Storage |
2100 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
43 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sandy Ck Abv Breckenridge
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
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50cfs |
Deep Ck At Moran
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0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hagaman Lake Dam
Leon Res Nr Ranger