Jesse Mcneel Lake No 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
Located in Zapata, Texas, Jesse Mcneel Lake No 3 Dam stands as a crucial water supply structure completed in 1968.
Summary
With a dam height of 20 feet and a length of 2650 feet, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of water supply for the region. Situated on TR-Salado Creek, the dam has a storage capacity of 265 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres.
Managed by a private owner, Jesse Mcneel Lake No 3 Dam is not state-regulated but undergoes regular state inspections. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated with a risk assessment categorizing it as high. The absence of a spillway and limited information on risk management measures pose challenges to its operational safety.
As a significant component of the local water infrastructure, Jesse Mcneel Lake No 3 Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area. With its strategic location and storage capacity, it serves as a vital resource for the community, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining its structural integrity to mitigate potential risks and ensure reliable water supply for the region.
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Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
2650 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALADO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
265 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rio Grande At Laredo
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1760cfs |
Zacate Ck At Laredo
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1cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
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.
Jesse Mcneel Lake No 3 Dam