Koehl Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Koehl Lake Dam, located in Pleasant Hill, Texas, is a private recreational structure built in 1961 along Beason Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 10 feet and a length of 1000 feet, the earth dam provides a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to engage in water-based activities. Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the state, with required inspections to ensure its integrity and safety.
The dam's design features a buttress core type and is primarily used for recreation purposes, offering a serene setting for visitors to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. While the hazard potential of the dam is not available, it has been assessed as having a high risk level of 2. With no spillway and limited drainage area, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality and safety.
Although the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, its risk management measures are not specified. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the importance of maintaining and managing dams like Koehl Lake Dam to mitigate potential risks and safeguard both the environment and the community. By staying informed and advocating for proper monitoring and maintenance practices, we can contribute to the sustainability and resilience of our water resources in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
BEASON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lake Ck Nr Dobbin
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14cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Hempstead
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1800cfs |
Spring Ck Nr Tomball
|
35cfs |
Dry Ck At Fm 2978
|
2cfs |
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
|
101cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe
|
262cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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