Railroad Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Railroad Lake Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, was completed in 1925 and stands at a height of 23 feet.
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Summary
This private dam serves primarily for recreation and water supply purposes, holding a maximum storage capacity of 148 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Copperas Creek, it is managed by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas.
While the dam itself is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, it lacks a spillway and is not regulated by the state. Despite its high hazard potential rating of 2, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor Railroad Lake Dam closely, as its risk assessment indicates a significant level of potential danger. Without proper inspection and maintenance, the dam could pose a threat to surrounding communities in the event of a failure.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COPPERAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
148 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Railroad Lake Dam