Prewitt Lake 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Prewitt Lake 2 Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, was completed in 1970 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 625 feet.


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Summary

The dam, primarily used for irrigation purposes, was designed by USDA NRCS and is privately owned. It is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and is situated on TR-SOUTH ELM CREEK.

The dam has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 48 acre-feet. Despite having no spillway, the dam has one outlet gate. While the hazard potential of the dam is not available, the risk assessment is considered high. The last inspection of Prewitt Lake 2 Dam took place in June 1971, with its condition not rated and emergency action plan details unavailable.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Prewitt Lake 2 Dam's design and purpose intriguing, as well as its risk assessment and emergency preparedness considerations. As a key infrastructure for irrigation in the region, the dam serves as a vital component of water management in Bell County, Texas. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a crucial role in the local water supply system and warrants further attention in terms of maintenance and risk management.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

625

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH ELM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

80

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.