Artesian Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
Artesian Lake Dam, located in Robertson County, Texas, was completed in 1973 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). It stands at a height of 15 feet with a structural height of 21 feet and a length of 2778 feet, creating a storage capacity of 636 acre-feet and a normal storage of 491 acre-feet.
The dam, classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type, is situated on Steele Creek and is managed by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite having no spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment of the dam categorizes it as high risk (2) due to potential hazards, although its condition assessment is marked as Not Rated. With the surrounding area experiencing climate variability, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Artesian Lake Dam an interesting case study for monitoring and managing water infrastructure in changing environmental conditions.
Overall, Artesian Lake Dam presents a valuable opportunity for studying the impact of climate change on water resource management and infrastructure resilience. As a privately owned structure in a state-regulated jurisdiction, the dam's risk assessment and condition evaluation can provide insights into the challenges faced by similar dams in the region. With its diverse purposes and historical significance, the dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resources, climate dynamics, and infrastructure maintenance.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
2778 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STEELE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
636 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
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12cfs |
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
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41cfs |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
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18cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
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7cfs |
Little Brazos Rv At Fm 485 Nr Hearne
|
564cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Highbank
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221cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Artesian Lake Dam
Lk Limestone Nr Marquez