Muecke Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Walker, Texas, the Muecke Lake Dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity and the harmonious blending of recreation and water resource management.


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Summary

Completed in 1967, this private Earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering visitors a tranquil oasis to enjoy the beauty of nature. With a height of 18 feet and a length of 1440 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 357 acre-feet, making it a vital component of the local water ecosystem.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and subject to state regulation, Muecke Lake Dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water conservation efforts. The dam's structure, predominantly made of Stone core and Soil foundation, ensures its durability and stability. Despite its poor condition assessment in 2015, the dam's risk assessment remains moderate, reflecting ongoing efforts to monitor and maintain its integrity.

With an uncontrolled spillway and three outlet gates, Muecke Lake Dam is equipped to handle maximum discharges and safeguard the surrounding area from potential hazards. As climate change poses new challenges to water resource management, the dam stands as a vital resource in the ongoing quest to balance human needs with environmental sustainability.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

1440

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-MOCK BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

50

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.65

Nid Storage

357

Structural Height

19

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 3

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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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.