Lake Findley Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: May 3, 2026

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Lake Findley Dam, located in Jim Wells County, Texas, is a crucial water resource that serves multiple purposes such as recreation and water supply.


Summary

Built in 1965 by LOCKWOOD ANDREWS & NEWNAM, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 14,358 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 7,316 acre-feet and a normal storage of 2,780 acre-feet, the dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the region.

Situated on Chiltipin Creek, Lake Findley Dam is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The dam features a spillway width of 3,424 feet and is equipped with various outlet gates for water control. Despite being last inspected in 2015 and deemed in "Not Rated" condition, the dam remains a vital infrastructure for flood control and water conservation in the area. Additionally, with a surface area of 637 acres and a drainage area of 152 square miles, the dam contributes to the ecological balance of the region.

Managed by the local government of Alice, Texas, Lake Findley Dam not only provides recreational opportunities for the community but also ensures a reliable water supply for various uses. With its strategic location and structural design, the dam serves as a testament to sustainable water management practices in the face of climate change challenges. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Findley Dam stands as a beacon of resilience and conservation in the ever-changing environmental landscape.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

14358

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

CHILTIPIN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

637

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

152

Nid Storage

7316

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1, Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 3

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
Seasonal Comparison

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Dam Data Reference

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.