Roundtree Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 21, 2025

Roundtree Lake Dam, located in Newton County, Texas, was completed in 1955 for the primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 485 feet, with a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Bridge Creek and is owned by a private entity in the city of Jamestown.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is equipped with three uncontrolled and one valve outlet gates. Despite being inspected for the last time in 1980, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a hazard potential that is currently not available. It is not regulated by the state and has not been rated for its condition, highlighting the need for further assessment and potential risk management measures to ensure its safety and longevity.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Roundtree Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with historical significance for water supply in the region. With its unique design characteristics and limited regulatory oversight, there is a compelling need for continued monitoring and evaluation to address any potential risks and ensure the dam's resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

485

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

BRIDGE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

96

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.