Horseshoe Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Horseshoe Lake No 2 Dam, located in Walker County, Texas, was completed in 1955 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

With a dam height of 32 feet and a length of 1540 feet, this earth-type structure holds a maximum storage capacity of 554 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 38 acres. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and has undergone state inspections and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.

The dam, situated on TR-Harmon Creek, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 110 feet and one uncontrolled outlet gate. Its fair condition assessment as of August 2015 indicates that maintenance and monitoring are in place to address any potential issues. The hazard potential is not available, but the risk assessment is moderate (3), suggesting a need for continued monitoring and risk management measures. Overall, Horseshoe Lake No 2 Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area while maintaining a focus on safety and environmental compliance.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

1540

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

TR-HARMON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

38

Hydraulic Height

32

Drainage Area

3.2

Nid Storage

554

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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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.