Crawford Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crawford Lake Dam, located in Van Zandt County, Texas, stands as a vital structure for water supply in the region.


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Summary

Completed in 1959, this earth dam with a height of 16 feet and a length of 900 feet, serves the primary purpose of water supply from the TR-Grand Saline Creek. The dam has a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 56 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 25 acres.

Managed by a private owner, Crawford Lake Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 85 feet and two uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the dam has a moderate risk rating (3) and was last inspected in June 2016.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Crawford Lake Dam a significant component of the local water infrastructure, contributing to the water supply needs in the area. As a key earth dam along the TR-Grand Saline Creek, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources and providing essential services to the community. With its history dating back to the late 1950s and ongoing regulatory oversight, the dam remains a notable structure in Texas' water management system.

Years Modified

2013 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-GRAND SALINE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

0.27

Nid Storage

108

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.