Tule Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tule Lake Dam, located in Swisher County, Texas, was completed in 1939 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Owned by the local government, the dam stands at a height of 29.46 feet and has a length of 1100 feet, with a capacity to store up to 1895 acre-feet of water. The dam, constructed with an earth core and stone foundations, spans the North Tule Draw river or stream and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
With a surface area of 160 acres and a drainage area of 65 square miles, Tule Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for water storage and flood control in the region. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates for water release, with a maximum discharge capacity of 27,093 cubic feet per second. Despite being rated as having a moderate risk level, the dam's condition and hazard potential are currently not available, with the last inspection conducted in June 2011. As a key infrastructure in the area, Tule Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding community from potential risks associated with dam failure.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
29.46 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH TULE DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
160 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.46 |
Drainage Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
1895 |
Structural Height |
29.46 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Tule Lake Dam