Timberline Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Timberline Lake Dam, located in Smith County, Texas, was designed by Perry Thompson and completed in 1981.


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Summary

This private dam stands at a height of 17 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it does have one outlet gate. The dam is situated on TR-Davis Branch and is managed by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite not being state-regulated, Timberline Lake Dam presents a high risk (rated as 2) due to its condition assessment being not rated and the hazard potential not being available. The dam has not been inspected since its completion in 1981, raising concerns about its structural integrity and safety. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the risk level of Timberline Lake Dam and advocate for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the area.

In the absence of regulatory oversight and updated data on its condition, Timberline Lake Dam poses a potential threat to downstream communities and the surrounding ecosystem. Climate change and extreme weather events further underscore the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness for dams like Timberline Lake. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to call for increased monitoring and maintenance of dams to mitigate risks and safeguard our water resources and environment for future generations.

Year Completed

1981

Dam Length

550

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-DAVIS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

53

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None - 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.