Mcneel Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcneel Lake Dam, located in La Salle, Texas, was completed in 1969 and serves as a recreational spot for water enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 1725 feet, creating a surface area of 16 acres. Despite its primary purpose of recreation, the dam also plays a role in water supply, with a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet.
The dam is classified as an Earth type with a Buttress core, and it spans across the TR-ESPERANZA CREEK. While it does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate for water control. The risk assessment for Mcneel Lake Dam indicates a high potential for hazards, but the condition assessment remains unrated.
Although not regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections and has state permitting and inspection in place. Overall, Mcneel Lake Dam is a vital structure for both recreation and water supply in the region, catering to the needs of water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1725 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ESPERANZA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Frio Rv Nr Derby
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San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
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Frio Rv At Tilden
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Nueces Rv At Cotulla
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Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
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Atascosa Rv At Whitsett
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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.
Mcneel Lake Dam