Eagle Canyon Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Eagle Canyon Lake Dam, located in McLennan County, Texas, was completed in 1965 and stands at a height of 28 feet.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a buttress core type, was designed for recreational purposes and spans 374 feet in length. Situated on Eagle Creek, the dam has a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.4 square miles.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 97 feet and two uncontrolled outlet gates. In 1989, the dam underwent structural modifications to ensure its continued safety and functionality. While the hazard potential of the dam is not available, it has been assessed as having a moderate risk level according to the data available.

Despite being privately owned and not state regulated, Eagle Canyon Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2011. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in April 2011, and it is important to note that the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its scenic location and recreational purpose, Eagle Canyon Lake Dam holds significance for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and safety of such infrastructure.

Years Modified

1989 - Structural

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

374

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

EAGLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

2.4

Nid Storage

93

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.