Lake Loma Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Loma Dam, located in Upshur, Texas, is a privately owned water supply dam completed in 1965 on the TR-BIG SANDY river.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 54 feet, the earth dam serves the primary purpose of water supply, with a storage capacity of 914 acre-feet. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its structural integrity and safety.

While the dam's hazard potential is not available, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate. Although it has not been rated for its condition, Lake Loma Dam continues to fulfill its function of providing water supply to the region. With a historical background of construction by an unknown designer, the dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area.

Despite lacking certain details such as surface area and drainage area, Lake Loma Dam remains a key component of the water supply network in the region. Its presence contributes to the sustainability and reliability of water resources, showcasing the importance of effective dam management and regulation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Loma Dam serves as a fascinating example of infrastructure designed to meet the water supply needs of the community while navigating regulatory requirements and risk assessments.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

100

Dam Height

54

River Or Stream

TR-BIG SANDY

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

54

Nid Storage

914

Structural Height

54

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

54
       
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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.