Hubbard Lake No 3 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hubbard Lake No 3 Dam, located in Hill, Texas, was completed in 1913 and is owned by the local government.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at 18 feet tall and spans 740 feet in length, serving primarily for recreation purposes. Situated on TR-POST OAK CREEK, the dam has a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 64 acre-feet.

While the dam does not have a spillway, it is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The last inspection of the dam was conducted in September 1975, and its condition is currently not rated. The hazard potential of the dam is deemed not available, but it is classified as having a high risk level (2). Despite not being operated by USACE, the dam does have one outlet gate for water release.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hubbard Lake No 3 Dam offers an interesting case study in dam infrastructure in Texas. Its historical significance, recreational purpose, and regulatory oversight by TCEQ make it a noteworthy site to study the intersection of water management, environmental conservation, and public safety in the region.

Year Completed

1913

Dam Length

740

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-POST OAK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

94

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.