Kickapoo Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kickapoo Lake Dam, located in Normangee, Texas, was completed in 1964 and serves as a vital resource for recreation in the area.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 550 feet, providing a surface area of 16 acres for water activities. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 188 acre-feet and a normal storage of 128 acre-feet, with a drainage area of 1.1 square miles.
The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, with the most recent assessment in 2015 rating its condition as fair. In terms of risk assessment, Kickapoo Lake Dam is classified as having a moderate risk level. It features an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource management and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Years Modified |
2008 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
RUNNING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
188 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Kickapoo Lake Dam