Adams Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rose Lake Dam Haynes Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Adams Lake Dam, located in Walker County, Texas, was completed in 1975 and serves as a vital water supply structure for the region.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 22 feet and with a storage capacity of 450 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The primary purpose of the dam is to provide water supply, ensuring a reliable source of water for the surrounding community.
Constructed as an earth dam with a buttress core type, Adams Lake Dam has an uncontrolled spillway and is equipped with four uncontrolled outlet gates. Although the dam has not been rated for its condition, it poses a moderate risk according to assessments. Despite the lack of recent inspections, the dam has shown to be structurally sound and continues to function effectively in its role as a water supply infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Adams Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1580 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
SCHOOLHOUSE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
450 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Adams Lake Dam