Nolan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Nolan Lake Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, was completed in 1977 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 325 feet. Despite being primarily an earth dam with a buttress core type, it does not have a spillway and has a hazard potential that is not available.
The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. It is situated on the TR-Cedar Creek river/stream and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas. The structure has not been rated for its condition but is considered to have a high risk level (2). The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, and there is no information on the last inspection date or inspection frequency.
Nolan Lake Dam remains an important feature for the local community, providing essential water resources for fire protection and recreational purposes. However, there are some concerns regarding its risk level and lack of certain safety measures such as a spillway and an updated Emergency Action Plan. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this dam to be a point of interest for further study and monitoring to ensure its continued safety and functionality in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
0cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
6cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
970cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
776cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
105cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
994cfs |
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.
Nolan Lake Dam