Holly Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Holly Lake Dam, located in Nacogdoches, Texas, is a privately owned structure completed in 1974 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 391 feet, holding a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Naconiche Creek, it serves as a valuable resource for the local community, offering recreational opportunities alongside its primary functions.

Despite being a private dam, it falls under state regulation for permitting and inspection. However, there is no state enforcement agency overseeing its operations. The dam's hazard potential is currently not available, but it has a high risk assessment rating of 2. With no spillway and limited information on its condition assessment, there may be challenges in managing potential risks associated with the dam in the future. Climate and water resource enthusiasts in the area should keep an eye on developments related to Holly Lake Dam to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in water management.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

391

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-NACONICHE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

192

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.