Campbell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Campbell Lake Dam in Archer County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1962 primarily for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 16 feet and a length of 580 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres. Situated on the TR-South Fork Trinity River, the dam is designed with a buttress core and is currently not rated for condition assessment.
Despite its small size, Campbell Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its outdated infrastructure and lack of regulatory oversight. With no spillway and limited emergency preparedness measures in place, the dam's hazard potential is not available, reflecting the urgent need for monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety. The dam's location within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights the importance of continued inspection and risk management to prevent potential disasters and protect downstream communities.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Campbell Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the critical role of infrastructure in safeguarding water resources and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events. As climate change increases the frequency and intensity of storms, the need for comprehensive dam safety programs becomes ever more pressing to prevent catastrophic failures and protect both the environment and human lives. By prioritizing regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency response planning, stakeholders can work together to enhance the resilience of dams like Campbell Lake Dam and ensure the sustainable management of water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
580 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK TRINITY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Campbell Lake Dam