Lake Reed Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lake Reed Dam, located in Leon, Texas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at 26 feet in height and spans 660 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1180 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 88 feet, and has multiple outlet gates including 4 uncontrolled gates and 1 valve. While the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are not available, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level. Despite lacking recent inspections and condition assessments, Lake Reed Dam remains a key structure for recreational purposes in the area, serving as a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of the Yellow Branch River.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

660

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

YELLOW BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

26

Nid Storage

1180

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 4, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.