Kyote Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Vincent Lake Dam Cox Reservoir Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kyote Lake Dam, located in Frio County, Texas, was completed in 1968 and serves as a crucial water supply source for the region.
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Summary
This private-owned dam stands at a height of 10 feet, with a length of 890 feet, and has a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet. While the dam is primarily used for water supply purposes, it also plays a role in the management of Padilla Creek.
Despite being classified as a high-risk structure with a hazard potential that is not available, Kyote Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam lacks a spillway and has no locks, making its design unique and potentially vulnerable in emergency situations. While the dam has not been evaluated for its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) preparedness or adherence to guidelines, its critical importance for water supply underscores the need for detailed risk management measures to be put in place.
Overall, Kyote Lake Dam stands as a key infrastructure for water resource management in Frio County, Texas. Its vital role in providing water supply underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and assessment to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding community. With its unique design features and high-risk classification, proactive risk management measures should be implemented to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the continued functionality of the dam for years to come.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
890 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
PADILLA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Kyote Lake Dam