Lake Temple Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Temple Dam, located in Angelina, Texas, serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation and recreation purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1978, this earth dam stands at 18 feet high and spans a length of 600 feet, with a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Hurricane Creek, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 130 feet, is uncontrolled and features four outlet gates. In 2007, the dam underwent hydraulic modifications to improve its functionality. Despite having a moderate risk assessment rating, the hazard potential and condition assessment of Lake Temple Dam are currently not available. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared for the dam was last revised in 2007, indicating a proactive approach to emergency preparedness for this vital water infrastructure.

With its important role in water management and recreational activities, Lake Temple Dam stands as a testament to the engineering expertise of designers Everett Griffith Jr. and Goodwin-Lanister, Inc. As climate and water resource enthusiasts continue to monitor and appreciate the significance of such structures, Lake Temple Dam remains a key feature in the landscape of Angelina, Texas, ensuring water supply and safety for the surrounding community.

Years Modified

2007 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-HURRICANE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.48

Nid Storage

170

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 4

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.