Lagarto Trib Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lagarto Trib Dam, located in Live Oak, Texas, was completed in 1963 and serves as a vital water supply source for the region.


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Summary

This private-owned Earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a length of 1000 feet, has a storage capacity of 480 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and it has not been assessed for its emergency preparedness or potential hazards.

With its primary purpose being water supply, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water to the community. However, due to the lack of a spillway and limited information on its risk management measures, the dam is considered to have a high risk level. The dam also lacks any significant regulatory oversight, with no state jurisdiction or enforcement, raising concerns about its long-term safety and maintenance. As climate change continues to impact water resources, enthusiasts in the field should closely monitor the condition and management of Lagarto Trib Dam to ensure the safety and sustainability of its water supply operations.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-LAGARTO CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

480

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.