Britain Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Britain Lake Dam, located in Hutchinson, Texas, is a privately-owned Earth dam constructed in 1950 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 650 feet, with a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Smokehouse Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and providing essential water resources to the surrounding area.
While the dam is not regulated by the state and lacks a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the condition of Britain Lake Dam is currently unrated. This raises concerns among water resource and climate enthusiasts about the long-term sustainability and safety of the structure. As interest in water conservation and climate resilience grows, attention to the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Britain Lake Dam becomes increasingly vital to ensure the continued availability of water resources for the community.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SMOKEHOUSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Blue Ck Nr Fritch
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0cfs |
Palo Duro Ck Nr Spearman
|
0cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Amarillo
|
48cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
|
44cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Britain Lake Dam