Refuge Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Plowden Lake Dam Hervey Lake No 2 Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Refuge Lake Dam, located in Colorado, Texas, was completed in 1964 and serves as a vital water resource for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Managed by a federal agency, the dam stands at 15 feet in height and spans a length of 2640 feet. With a storage capacity of 480 acre-feet and a surface area of 16 acres, the dam is situated along the TR-Coushatta Creek, within the Fort Worth District.
Despite its important role in providing recreational opportunities, the dam poses a high risk level, with a hazard potential currently not available. The condition assessment of the dam is not rated, and there is limited information on emergency preparedness measures in place. Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. With ongoing state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, Refuge Lake Dam continues to be a significant asset in the region's water resource management and climate adaptation efforts.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
2640 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COUSHATTA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
480 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brazos Rv At San Felipe
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2310cfs |
Mill Ck Nr Bellville
|
8cfs |
Colorado Rv At Columbus
|
216cfs |
Redgate Ck Nr Columbus
|
1cfs |
Colorado Rv At Wharton
|
333cfs |
Buffalo Bayou Nr Katy
|
95cfs |
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.
Refuge Lake Dam