Able Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mann Lake Dam Haynes Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Able Lake Dam, located in Falls, Texas, was completed in 1976 and stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 561 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, primarily used for purposes other than water storage, holds a maximum storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a normal storage of 57 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Sandy Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite lacking a spillway, Able Lake Dam is equipped with one outlet gate. The dam's hazard potential is deemed "Not Available" and its condition is currently unrated. The risk assessment for the dam is considered to be high, with a risk level of 2. While the dam is privately owned, it is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Able Lake Dam to be an intriguing structure for its unique design and purpose within the Texas landscape.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
561 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brazos Rv At Waco
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111cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Highbank
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213cfs |
Middle Bosque Rv Nr Mcgregor
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11cfs |
Hog Ck Nr Crawford
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3cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
2cfs |
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.
Able Lake Dam