Lake Pauline Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Lake Pauline Dam, located in Chillicothe, Texas, is a private-owned structure that was completed in 1905.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 3700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 16,000 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Wanderers Creek, serves multiple purposes including recreation and reservoir storage for water management in the region.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lake Pauline Dam has a spillway width of 850 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite being rated as fair in condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk level and is inspected every five years. The surrounding area covers 609 acres with a drainage area of 42.6 square miles, providing a vital water resource for both local communities and wildlife in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the historical significance and functional importance of Lake Pauline Dam in the context of water management and environmental conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1905 |
Dam Length |
3700 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
WANDERERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
609 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
42.6 |
Nid Storage |
16000 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Lake Pauline Dam