Snider Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Snider Lake Dam, located in Harrison, Texas, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 10 feet, with a length of 300 feet.


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Summary

This private-owned Earth dam on TR-GRAYS CREEK serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other,' with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Despite its small surface area of 9 acres and limited drainage area, the dam poses a high risk as assessed by experts due to its lack of spillways and potential hazard.

Although the dam has not been rated for its condition, it has not undergone any recent modifications or inspections since 1985. In the event of an emergency, there is limited information available regarding the preparedness and response protocols in place for Snider Lake Dam. With no designated agency responsible for enforcement and regulation, the dam's risk management measures and overall safety remain uncertain. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique characteristics and lack of comprehensive data surrounding Snider Lake Dam present an intriguing case study for further investigation and analysis in the field.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

TR-GRAYS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

10

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.