Holland Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Holland Lake Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, was completed in 1966 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans 600 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 190 acre-feet. Situated on Panther Branch, the dam does not have a spillway and features buttress core type foundations.

Despite its age, Holland Lake Dam has not been rated for its structural condition, posing a high risk according to the available data. The dam's last inspection took place in 1967, indicating a need for updated assessments and risk management measures. The absence of emergency action plans and inundation maps raises concerns about the dam's readiness for potential hazards and emergencies.

With its location in a high-risk area and lack of recent inspections, Holland Lake Dam presents a pressing need for reassessment and potential upgrades to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the sustainability of the water resource system. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Holland Lake Dam an intriguing case study for the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management in safeguarding critical infrastructure.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

PANTHER BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

31

Nid Storage

190

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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.