Lively Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lively Lake Dam, located in Terral, Texas, was completed in 1956 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and water supply.


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Summary

The dam, primarily used for fire protection, stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 1000 feet, providing a storage capacity of 258 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam's condition remains unrated, and it is not considered to have a high hazard potential.

Situated along the TR-Little Wichita River, Lively Lake Dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and is privately owned. The structure, without a spillway, plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Although not state-regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections and is permitted for operation. The risk assessment for Lively Lake Dam indicates a moderate risk level, with no specific risk management measures documented.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lively Lake Dam represents a significant feature in the local landscape, providing essential functions for water supply and ecosystem support. With its historical significance and continued operational relevance, the dam highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in mitigating potential risks and ensuring the long-term resilience of water infrastructure in the region.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-LITTLE WICHITA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

258

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.