Kelly Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kelly Lake Dam, located in Stephens, Texas, was completed in 1967 and serves as a private recreational facility.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at 22 feet high and spans 700 feet across the TR-Little Caddo Creek. With a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet, the dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding area.

Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Kelly Lake Dam poses a high risk due to not having an available hazard potential assessment. The dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for its condition, raising concerns for potential safety hazards. However, the dam remains a popular destination for water and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor activities in the Fort Worth District.

Given its location in a beautiful natural setting, Kelly Lake Dam attracts visitors looking to enjoy the serene surroundings and water activities. As efforts to enhance safety and risk management measures continue, the dam remains a focal point for those interested in water resource management and climate conservation in the region.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR-LITTLE CADDO CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

114

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.