Lake Loraine Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sandspur Club Lake Dam Hrnciar Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Wheeler, Texas, Lake Loraine Dam was completed in 1935 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 1000 feet.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this private-owned Earth dam is to provide water supply, with a capacity of 360 acre-feet and a normal storage of 168 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the SOUTH LONG DRY CREEK, serves as a crucial water resource for the region.
With a high hazard potential, Lake Loraine Dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam has a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a surface area of 30 acres. It is closely monitored with state inspections and permitting in place. The risk assessment for this dam is classified as high, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and risk management measures to ensure its structural integrity and safety for both the surrounding community and the environment.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to explore the significance of dams in water management and conservation efforts, Lake Loraine Dam serves as a vital component in the region's water supply infrastructure. With its historical significance and ongoing operational importance, this Earth dam underscores the critical role that such structures play in sustaining water resources for communities and ecosystems in Texas.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH LONG DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
360 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Lake Loraine Dam