Hauk Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gibson Lake Dam Cobb Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hauk Lake Dam in Milam, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1962.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, the dam stands at 16 feet in height and spans 585 feet in length. It serves as a crucial water resource for the area, providing a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres. Despite its importance, the dam does not have a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential.
Located on TR-Pond Creek, Hauk Lake Dam plays a vital role in water management for the region. While the dam is not state regulated, it undergoes regular state permitting and inspections. The absence of a spillway and the high hazard potential highlight the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With its picturesque setting and multiple purposes including recreation, the dam is a valuable asset for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
As a key feature in the water infrastructure of the Galveston District, Hauk Lake Dam provides essential services for fire protection, livestock, and small fish pond management. Its earth dam construction with buttress core design has been serving the community for decades, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring for long-term sustainability. With a risk assessment rating of high, stakeholders must remain vigilant in implementing risk management measures to safeguard the dam and its surrounding environment for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
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0cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
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940cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Highbank
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213cfs |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
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165cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
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156cfs |
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.
Hauk Lake Dam