Singer Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Singer Lake Dam, located in McMullen County, Texas, was completed in 1967 for the primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

This private earth dam, with a height of 15 feet and a length of 780 feet, holds a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres. Although the dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections and has one outlet gate for water release.

The dam, situated on TR-DRAGOON CREEK and managed by a private owner, poses a high risk (2) due to its condition assessment being not rated and hazard potential information not available. Despite the lack of detailed risk management measures or emergency preparedness plans, the dam continues to serve its intended purpose of supplying water. With no spillway and minimal drainage area, Singer Lake Dam stands as a significant structure in the region's water resource management infrastructure.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Singer Lake Dam an intriguing site to study, given its historical significance in the area and the potential risks associated with its condition and management. The need for proper risk assessment, maintenance, and emergency preparedness for this dam highlights the ongoing challenges in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water supply infrastructure in Texas.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

780

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-DRAGOON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

160

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.