Goeth Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Goeth Lake Dam, located in Natalia, Texas, serves as a critical water supply source for the region.
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Summary
Constructed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 786 feet, with a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. Despite its relatively small size, the dam plays a vital role in providing water for the surrounding area, particularly during times of drought.
The dam is situated on the TR-Chacon Creek and is owned privately, with the primary purpose of water supply. It does not have a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential. Although the dam is not state regulated, it undergoes regular inspections and is permitted by the state. With its critical function in providing water to the community, Goeth Lake Dam highlights the importance of managing and maintaining water resources in a sustainable manner, especially in the face of changing climate conditions.
Overall, Goeth Lake Dam serves as a key infrastructure for water supply in Medina County, Texas. While it faces some risk potential, the dam's importance in ensuring water availability for the region cannot be understated. As water resources become increasingly strained due to climate change, the maintenance and proper management of dams like Goeth Lake Dam will be crucial in securing a reliable water supply for communities in the future.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
786 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHACON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Goeth Lake Dam