Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam, located in Uvalde, Texas, was completed in 1971 and serves as a vital water supply structure in the area.


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Summary

This private dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 775 feet, was primarily designed for water supply purposes, with a storage capacity of 370 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Leona River, this Earth-type dam has a Buttress core and plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for the surrounding community.

Despite its essential role in water supply, Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam poses a high risk, with a hazard potential rating of 2. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is not currently regulated by the state and lacks enforcement measures. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols are not clearly delineated, raising concerns for its overall safety and resilience in the face of potential hazards.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for the sustainable management of dams like Kincaid Lake No 2, it is essential to prioritize safety and risk mitigation strategies. With its critical role in water supply and high-risk profile, ensuring the proper inspection, maintenance, and emergency response plans for this dam is imperative to protect the surrounding community and water resources for generations to come.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

775

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-LEONA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

43

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

370

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.