Hatchery Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hatchery Lake Dam in Walker, Texas, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1932 with a primary purpose for other uses.


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Summary

The dam stands at 24 feet high and spans 350 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. Situated on Harmon Creek, the dam has a buttress core type and is owned by the state of Texas. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and it has a high hazard potential.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Hatchery Lake Dam particularly intriguing due to its historical significance and potential risks associated with its high hazard classification. With a lack of spillway and limited information on its inspection frequency, there is a need for further assessment and potential risk management measures. The dam's location in a rural area may also pose challenges for emergency preparedness and response in the event of a dam failure or breach.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the importance of monitoring and maintaining dams like Hatchery Lake Dam becomes increasingly vital. With the potential for extreme weather events and increased precipitation in the region, ensuring the safety and integrity of dams is crucial for protecting downstream communities and ecosystems. As such, ongoing evaluation and risk management strategies will be essential for mitigating potential hazards and ensuring the longevity of this important water resource structure.

Year Completed

1932

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

HARMON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

135

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.