Fisherman Paradise Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fisherman Paradise Lake Dam, located in Anderson County, Texas, is a private dam primarily designed for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1974 by C L MOON INC, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 1140 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 1800 acre-feet. The dam holds back Coon Creek, providing a serene fishing and boating spot for enthusiasts in the area.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Fisherman Paradise Lake Dam has a spillway width of 150 feet and an uncontrolled outlet gate. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate, with a hazard potential that is not currently available. While the dam's condition is not rated, it is regularly inspected by state regulatory agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Fisherman Paradise Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities in the heart of Texas.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

1140

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-COON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

55

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

1.99

Nid Storage

1800

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.