Coquat Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Coquat Lake Dam, located in La Salle, Texas, is a privately owned structure built in 1952 primarily for water supply purposes.


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Summary

This dam, constructed as an Earth type with a buttress core, stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 1320 feet. With a storage capacity of 385 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area.

Despite being privately owned, Coquat Lake Dam falls under state jurisdiction with permitting and inspection requirements in place. The dam, situated on Caiman Creek, has no spillway and a hazard potential that is not available for assessment. Although its condition is not rated, the dam's risk assessment is classified as high, indicating the importance of proper risk management measures.

With a risk management plan in place and no history of federal agency involvement, Coquat Lake Dam stands as a critical component of water supply infrastructure in the region. Its strategic location and design make it a key asset for maintaining water resources in La Salle, Texas.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

1320

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

CAIMAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

385

Structural Height

13

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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.