K Bar Lake No 3 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

K Bar Lake No 3 Dam, located in Bosque, Texas, is a private-owned structure built in 1966 primarily for recreation and water supply purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 22 feet and with a length of 550 feet, this earth dam on the TR-Cedar Creek river system offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to engage in water-related activities. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam does have state permitting and inspection requirements in place to ensure its safety and functionality.

With a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, K Bar Lake No 3 Dam provides ample water resources for the surrounding area, with a normal storage level of 32 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but its risk assessment has been categorized as high, indicating the need for proper risk management measures to be put in place. While the dam does not have a spillway, it does have an outlet gate to control water flow. Although the condition assessment is not rated, regular inspections and maintenance are essential to ensure the dam's long-term integrity and safety.

In conclusion, K Bar Lake No 3 Dam serves as an important water resource and recreational area in the region, offering opportunities for water-based activities while also providing essential water supply functions. With its unique design and location, the dam plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and community. Regular monitoring and maintenance are key to ensuring the dam's continued operation and safety for both water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

550

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR-CEDAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

70

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.