Callaway Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Callaway Lake Dam, located in Van Zandt County, Texas, was completed in 1962 and serves as a crucial water supply source for the region.


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Summary

The dam, with a height of 22 feet and a length of 1125 feet, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. It has a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.

Despite its importance for water supply, Callaway Lake Dam lacks a spillway and is not regulated by the state. It is privately owned and is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its hazard potential is not available. However, a risk assessment has categorized the dam as high risk, emphasizing the need for adequate risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.

Given the critical role that Callaway Lake Dam plays in water supply for the region, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize its maintenance and monitoring. With a risk assessment indicating high risk and no spillway in place, it is imperative to implement necessary risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the long-term resilience of this important water resource infrastructure.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

1125

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR-GILADON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

220

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.