Lincoln Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lincoln Dam, located in Bastrop, Texas, is a private earth dam that was completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 18 feet and stretching 780 feet in length, the dam provides a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a normal storage of 112 acre-feet. Despite its age, Lincoln Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and has a high risk potential, indicating the need for further evaluation and risk management measures.
The dam, situated on TR-BLUFF CREEK, is under the jurisdiction of the Galveston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's management and emergency preparedness measures are uncertain. Despite its potential risks, Lincoln Dam remains a popular spot for recreational activities, highlighting the delicate balance between water resource management and public safety in the face of changing climate patterns. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Lincoln Dam a fascinating case study in the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and risk assessment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLUFF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Lincoln Dam