Kilgore Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Grimes Lake Dam Seale Ranch Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Kilgore Lake Dam, located in Wilson County, Texas, was completed in 1961 and serves as an important infrastructure for managing water resources in the area.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 13 feet and stretching 750 feet in length, primarily functions as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type. It holds a maximum storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet, ensuring a reliable water supply for the region.
Situated on TR-Sulphur Creek, Kilgore Lake Dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water storage, contributing to the overall water management efforts in the region. Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate for controlled water release. With its high hazard potential and risk assessment rating of 2 (High), the dam requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and effective performance in times of emergency.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Kilgore Lake Dam is not regulated by the state but undergoes periodic inspections to assess its condition and safety. Despite lacking detailed information on its original designer, the dam continues to play a significant role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability can appreciate the importance of Kilgore Lake Dam in safeguarding the local community from potential water-related hazards and ensuring a sustainable water supply for the future.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SULPHUR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Kilgore Lake Dam