City Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City Lake Dam, located in Red River County, Texas, was completed in 1938 and serves as a vital recreational resource in the area.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 480 feet, providing a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Mill Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, City Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. While it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, the local government remains responsible for its maintenance and upkeep. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find City Lake Dam to be an intriguing structure with its unique design and historical significance within the community.
As a centerpiece for outdoor activities and a source of water storage, City Lake Dam presents an opportunity for further exploration and study in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience. With its picturesque location and functional design, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring our infrastructure to ensure the safety and well-being of surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Red River Near De Kalb
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3660cfs |
Cuthand Ck At Fm 910 Nr Cuthand
|
6cfs |
Sulphur Rv At Ih 30 Nr Dalby Springs
|
60cfs |
White Oak Ck At Ih 30 Nr Omaha
|
51cfs |
Sulphur Rv Nr Talco
|
55cfs |
Anderson Ck At Hwy 98 Nr Simms
|
398cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
City Lake Dam