Crystal Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Eugene Sudduth Russell Lake 2 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Crystal Lake Dam, located in Red River, Texas, is a privately owned structure built in 1915 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 450 feet, providing a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet. Situated on TR-WHITE OAK CREEK, the dam has no spillway and is primarily used for water recreation activities.
Although the dam's condition assessment is not rated and its hazard potential is not available, it is subject to state permitting and inspection. The last inspection was conducted in 1977, highlighting the need for updated safety measures and risk management strategies. With a risk assessment indicating a high risk level, there is a pressing need for emergency action plans and guidelines to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment in the event of a dam failure.
Given its historical significance and importance for recreation, Crystal Lake Dam presents an opportunity for stakeholders to collaborate on enhancing its safety and risk management protocols. By addressing the identified vulnerabilities and updating emergency response plans, the dam can continue to provide a valuable recreational resource while safeguarding against potential hazards and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the water resource and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1915 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WHITE OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cuthand Ck At Fm 910 Nr Cuthand
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0cfs |
Sulphur Rv Nr Talco
|
15cfs |
White Oak Ck Nr Talco
|
10cfs |
Red River Near De Kalb
|
1160cfs |
White Oak Ck At Ih 30 Nr Omaha
|
16cfs |
Sulphur Rv At Ih 30 Nr Dalby Springs
|
28cfs |
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.
Crystal Lake Dam