Crystal Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crystal Lake Dam, located in Wood, Texas, was completed in 1960 and serves primarily for recreation and water supply purposes.


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Summary

This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet with a structural height of 14 feet, holding a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-George Slough waterbody, the dam lacks a spillway but is equipped with one outlet gate. Despite its recreational importance, the dam poses a high risk due to its condition assessment being not rated.

Managed by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Crystal Lake Dam does not fall under federal jurisdiction but is subject to state regulations, permitting, and inspections. The dam, with a length of 925 feet, caters to the local community's recreational needs while ensuring a stable water supply. However, the absence of an emergency action plan and a hazard potential evaluation raises concerns about the dam's safety and resilience in the face of potential risks.

With its picturesque location and historical significance, Crystal Lake Dam stands as a vital water resource infrastructure in Texas. Enthusiasts and climate advocates are drawn to the dam's serene surroundings and its essential role in providing recreational opportunities and water supply. However, the dam's high risk rating underscores the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term stability and safety for the surrounding community and ecosystem.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

925

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-GEORGE SLOUGH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

151

Structural Height

14

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.