Boazman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hadfield Lake Dam Ikins Lake Dam No 1
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Boazman Lake Dam, located in Bandera, Texas, was completed in 1958 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
The dam, of earth construction with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 23 feet and stretches 500 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management for the surrounding area.
Despite its importance, Boazman Lake Dam currently lacks hazard potential and condition ratings, making its risk assessment challenging. The dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state, although it undergoes regular inspections and permitting. With a high risk level assigned to it, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness are not clearly outlined, raising concerns for potential safety hazards in the event of a disaster.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Boazman Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment. As a privately owned structure on TR-Laxson Creek, the dam's condition and emergency response capabilities remain uncertain. Its role in fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management highlights the intersection of human activities with natural resource conservation, underscoring the need for robust risk management strategies to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LAXSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Hermit's Shack Camp Area
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Butterfly Springs Camp Area
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Wilderness Camp Area
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Boazman Lake Dam