Ballinger City Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ballinger Municipal Lake Dam Kuhn Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ballinger City Lake Dam, located in Ballinger, Texas, serves as a crucial structure for debris control along Valley Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1947 by PARKHILL SMITH & COPPER, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 4120 feet, with a storage capacity of 8215 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is still in use today and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
The dam's primary purpose is debris control, with an uncontrolled spillway and two uncontrolled outlets. However, recent assessments have rated its condition as poor, raising concerns about its ability to withstand potential hazards. With a moderate risk level assigned and a history of inspections dating back to 2015, the dam remains an important feature for water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, ensuring the safety and functionality of structures like Ballinger City Lake Dam becomes increasingly vital for safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
4120 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
352 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
210 |
Nid Storage |
8215 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Ballinger City Lake Dam