Bronte Old City Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bronte Old City Lake Dam, located in Coke County, Texas, was completed in 1922 and serves as an essential structure for irrigation purposes along the TR-Kickapoo Creek.
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Summary
Designed by D.W. Sims, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 1050 feet, with a storage capacity of 228 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to support irrigation activities in the region, with a normal storage capacity of 112 acre-feet.
Despite its historical significance and functional role in the local water resource management system, Bronte Old City Lake Dam has been classified as being in poor condition as of the last assessment in October 2015. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and has a width of 250 feet, with two uncontrolled outlet gates. While the risk assessment for the dam indicates a moderate level of risk, with a hazard potential that is not currently available, there has been no designated DSAC assigned date for risk management measures.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the preservation and maintenance of historical dams like Bronte Old City Lake Dam will be intrigued by the call for improved inspection and maintenance practices to ensure the dam's structural integrity and functionality for future generations. With the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) overseeing state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement of the dam, there is a clear opportunity for collaborative efforts to enhance the safety and sustainability of this vital water infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1922 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KICKAPOO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.68 |
Nid Storage |
228 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
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