Tosch Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tosch Lake Dam, located in Dallas, Texas, was completed in 1930 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Owned privately, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a length of 400 feet, with a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.9 acres. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.

The dam, built on TR-South Mesquite Creek, has a spillway width of 30 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 753 cubic feet per second. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's condition assessment was reported as satisfactory in April 2021, with a moderate risk rating of 3. The last inspection was conducted in October 2013, with a scheduled frequency of 5 years. With its historical significance dating back nearly a century, Tosch Lake Dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Tosch Lake Dam for its role in providing recreational opportunities while also recognizing the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and safety standards. As a significant landmark in the Fort Worth District, this dam showcases the balance between human recreation and environmental stewardship, contributing to the overall preservation and management of water resources in the region. Its design by Charles Tosch and Hennessey Engineering Co reflects a commitment to innovation and sustainability, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy the benefits of this iconic structure.

Years Modified

1987 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH MESQUITE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.9

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

60

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.