Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam, located in Palo Pinto, Texas, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1975, the dam stands at a height of 48 feet and has a length of 2376 feet, providing a storage capacity of 278 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it features one outlet gate for water release. The dam is situated on the TR-Big Sunday Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas.

Although Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam has not been rated for its condition, it has been designated as having a high risk potential. Despite being inspected in 2009, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and it lacks an emergency action plan. The surrounding area covers an 11-acre surface area with a drainage area of 0 acres. With its unique buttress core type and unlisted/unknown foundation, the dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

As a structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes, Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of human activities and environmental management. With its location in the Fort Worth District and minimal federal oversight, this dam raises questions about risk management and emergency preparedness in the face of potential hazards. Its historical significance and engineering design make it a compelling subject for further study in water resource and climate research.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

2376

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

TR-BIG SUNDAY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

48

Nid Storage

278

Structural Height

48

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

48
       
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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.