Hugh Lilly Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hugh Lilly Lake Dam, located in Taylor, Texas, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and was completed in 1966.


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Summary

This private Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a structural height of 18 feet and a length of 615 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 150 acre-feet.

The dam, situated on TR-Mulberry Creek, is owned privately and is not regulated by the state. It poses a high risk due to its hazard potential not being available and is not currently rated for its condition assessment. Despite lacking a spillway, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water for irrigation in the region, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining its structural integrity to ensure water resource sustainability and climate resilience.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of Hugh Lilly Lake Dam in providing water for irrigation, stock, and fire protection purposes underscores the need for continued inspection and potential risk management measures to mitigate any unforeseen hazards. With its location in the Fort Worth District and the involvement of key stakeholders such as the primary owner and state permitting agencies, it is essential to prioritize the safety and functionality of this crucial water infrastructure for the benefit of the surrounding community and the environment.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

615

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-MULBERRY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

230

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.