Jr Ray Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Jr Ray Lake Dam, located in Lamar County, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond, as well as providing recreational opportunities.


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Summary

Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 800 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Situated on TR-Cuthand Creek, the dam has a spillway width of 0 and is classified as having a high risk potential.

Despite its importance, Jr Ray Lake Dam is not state-regulated and does not have a designated state regulatory agency overseeing its operations. However, it is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam is owned privately and has one outlet gate for water control. While it is not rated for its condition or assessed for emergency preparedness, the dam continues to be a vital asset for water supply and conservation efforts in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jr Ray Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management of small-scale water infrastructure in Texas.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-CUTHAND CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

132

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.