Leinweber Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Leinweber Lake Dam, located in Medina County, Texas, was completed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond.
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Summary
With a height of 21 feet and a length of 1156 feet, the earth dam holds a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area. The dam is situated on the TR-Hondo Creek, within the Galveston District, and is not regulated by the state but is subject to inspections and permitting.
Despite its critical role in water storage and fire protection, Leinweber Lake Dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment, with a high risk level of 2. The dam lacks a spillway and is not equipped with outlet gates, posing potential hazards in case of emergencies. While the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of a state regulatory agency, it is subject to state inspections and permitting. With its prime location and strategic design, Leinweber Lake Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region, attracting enthusiasts and experts alike.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1156 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HONDO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Leinweber Lake Dam