Coleman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: County Tank Dam Johnson Tank Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Coleman Lake Dam, located in Borden, Texas, was completed in 1971 and stands at a height of 27 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, constructed as an earth type with a buttress core, spans a length of 460 feet and has a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet. Situated on Salt Creek, the dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities while admiring the picturesque surroundings.
Despite its non-regulated status and lack of a spillway, Coleman Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its condition assessment being marked as "Not Rated." With no designated emergency action plan or updated contact information, the dam's hazard potential remains uncertain. Although the risk is managed with preventative measures not disclosed, the dam's insufficient risk assessment and high hazard potential raise concerns for its safety and the surrounding community in the event of an emergency.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Coleman Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the realm of dam safety and management. Its unique design features, recreational purpose, and high-risk profile underscore the importance of regular inspection, maintenance, and emergency preparedness for dams in similar conditions. As efforts to address its risk management measures continue, the dam serves as a focal point for discussions on balancing recreational benefits with safety considerations in water infrastructure projects.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Coleman Lake Dam