Campbell Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Campbell Lake Dam in Bosque, Texas, is a privately-owned structure built in 1972 for the primary purpose of recreation, with additional benefits for water supply.


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Summary

The dam, standing at 33 feet tall and stretching 1120 feet in length, holds a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 21 acres. Situated on Tuggle Branch, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its relatively small size, Campbell Lake Dam poses a high risk (2) due to its hazard potential, although its condition assessment remains unrated. The dam lacks a spillway and features one outlet gate, with no associated locks. While there is limited data on modifications or risk management measures, the dam's risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure, environmental regulation, and recreational opportunities will find Campbell Lake Dam a fascinating case study in dam management and risk assessment.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

1120

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TUGGLE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Hydraulic Height

33

Nid Storage

500

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.