Caldwell Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Caldwell Lake No 1 Dam, located in Hamilton, Texas, was completed in 1960 and serves as a vital water resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.


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Summary

As a privately owned Earth dam with a structural height of 31 feet and a length of 655 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 46 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Pete Hollow river and is under state permitting and inspection.

Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, with a hazard potential not available and a condition assessment not rated, Caldwell Lake No 1 Dam plays a crucial role in water management in the region. The dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. Although the dam is not regulated by state jurisdiction, it is subject to state inspections to ensure its integrity and safety. With its strategic location and functional design, Caldwell Lake No 1 Dam stands as a key asset for water supply and environmental conservation in the area.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

655

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

PETE HOLLOW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

31

Nid Storage

120

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.