Woodland Acres Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Woodland Acres Dam, located in San Augustine, Texas, along the Tupelo Gum Slough, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 23 feet.
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Summary
This private earth dam serves primarily for recreation, offering a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet with a normal storage of 80 acre-feet. Despite being state-permitted and inspected, it is not regulated or enforced by state agencies. The dam, with a length of 480 feet, features a buttress core type and does not have a spillway.
While the condition of Woodland Acres Dam is not rated due to a lack of recent assessments, its hazard potential is deemed not available. However, it carries a high risk assessment level of 2, raising concerns for potential hazards. Despite lacking updated emergency action plans and inundation maps, the dam's risk management measures and risk characterization are not provided. With only one outlet gate and no associated structures, the dam's risk and safety levels continue to be monitored closely.
Woodland Acres Dam, situated under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District, serves as a recreational structure in the region. With its proximity to the Tupelo Gum Slough, the dam presents an intriguing location for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study. As efforts to enhance dam safety and risk management evolve, the future of Woodland Acres Dam remains a focal point for stakeholders and regulators in ensuring its continued functionality and safety.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TUPELO GUM SLOUGH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Attoyac Bayou Nr Chireno
|
1200cfs |
Ayish Bayou Nr San Augustine
|
196cfs |
Bayou Lanana At Nacogdoches
|
9cfs |
Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley
|
6cfs |
E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing
|
40cfs |
Angelina Rv Nr Alto
|
328cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Woodland Acres Dam