Reid Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Reid Lake Dam, located in Hillister, Texas, along the Spurlock Branch, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1958, this dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans a length of 850 feet. With a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 123 acre-feet, Reid Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for water recreation in the area.

Despite not being regulated by the state, Reid Lake Dam has undergone state permitting and inspection processes to ensure its safety and functionality. With no spillway and a hazard potential that is not available, the dam is considered to have a high risk rating. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam remains in operation with one outlet gate and no associated structures. While the last inspection date was in 1980, the risk management measures and emergency preparedness aspects of the dam are not detailed, leaving room for further assessment and improvement.

In the picturesque surroundings of Tyler County, Texas, Reid Lake Dam stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity and recreational enjoyment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor and support the maintenance and safety of dams like Reid Lake to ensure the protection of both the environment and the communities that benefit from them.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

850

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

SPURLOCK BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

123

Structural Height

13

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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.