Stevens Water Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Stevens Water Lake Dam, located in Stephens, Texas, along the Clear Fork Brazos River, is a fascinating structure with a unique history dating back to its completion in 1921.


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Summary

This private dam, standing at a height of 9 feet and with a length of 140 feet, serves a primary purpose of "Other," and is classified as a Gravity dam with a Buttress core type. Despite its age, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 182 acre-feet, making it a crucial component of the local water resource management system.

Although the dam lacks certain key features such as a spillway, it is still considered to have a high risk potential (rated as 2) and has not been assessed for its current condition. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are also not available, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potentially necessary upgrades to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment. With its proximity to the Clear Fork Brazos River, Stevens Water Lake Dam remains a critical infrastructure piece in the region's water management efforts, making it a subject of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1921

Dam Length

140

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

CLEAR FORK BRAZOS RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

182

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

9
       
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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.