Rogers Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rogers Lake Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, was completed in 1962 and serves as a vital water supply infrastructure for the region.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 20 feet and stretching 800 feet in length, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Its primary purpose is to provide water supply, with a storage capacity of 216 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 115 acre-feet.
Managed by a private owner, Rogers Lake Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and safety. While it does not have a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate. With a high hazard potential rating, the dam is considered to be at risk, warranting close monitoring and risk management measures to mitigate any potential dangers.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rogers Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in water supply infrastructure management and risk assessment. As a key component of the local water supply system, understanding the dam's design, operation, and potential risks is crucial for ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in the region. With its location in the Galveston District and close proximity to the TR-Sypert Branch, the dam plays a critical role in water management for Bell County, Texas.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SYPERT BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
216 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Rogers Lake Dam