Smith Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Smith Lake Dam, located in Brazos, Texas, serves as a critical irrigation structure along the TR-STILL CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans 640 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet, the dam primarily caters to irrigation needs in the region.
Despite its age, Smith Lake Dam remains in good condition and is deemed to have a high risk potential. While not regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections and is equipped with one outlet gate. The lack of a spillway and the absence of inundation maps pose some challenges, but the structure continues to support the agricultural community in the area efficiently.
Managed by the Galveston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Smith Lake Dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates, it is crucial to monitor and support infrastructure like Smith Lake Dam to ensure sustainable water usage and mitigating risks associated with climate change.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Smith Lake Dam