Upper City Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Upper City Lake Dam, located in Anderson, Texas, is a local government-owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 1000 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 225 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

With a spillway width of 252 feet and a maximum discharge of 2 cubic feet per second, Upper City Lake Dam is equipped to handle excess water flow from the nearby TR-Basset Creek. The dam has undergone modifications in 1998 to enhance its hydraulic capabilities, and it is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam is not considered to have a significant hazard potential, providing a safe environment for visitors to enjoy recreational activities such as boating and fishing on the reservoir.

Overall, Upper City Lake Dam stands as a vital structure in the local water resource management system, offering both recreational opportunities and essential flood control functions. As a climate enthusiast, one can appreciate the careful design and maintenance efforts that go into ensuring the dam's integrity and safety, contributing to the sustainable management of water resources in the region.

Years Modified

1998 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR-BASSET CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.98

Nid Storage

225

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.