Garner Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ball Lake Dam Ellenburg Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Garner Lake Dam, located in Jack County, Texas, was completed in 1964 and serves as a vital water supply source for the area.
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Summary
The dam, primarily owned by a private entity, stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of water supply, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and no spillway.
Despite its important role in water management, Garner Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and is classified as having a high risk potential. The dam is not regulated by the state but is subject to inspections and permitting. The structure has one outlet gate and is situated on Turkey Creek, part of the drainage area in the region.
While Garner Lake Dam may not have a high profile, its significance in providing water resources to the community cannot be understated. As climate change continues to impact water availability in the region, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Garner Lake Dam are crucial for ensuring a sustainable water supply for future generations.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Garner Lake Dam