Neill Lake Dam dam
Neill Lake Dam
Neill Lake Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, is a private-owned Earth dam completed in 1973 primarily for water supply purposes. Standing at 31 feet high and stretching 740 feet in length, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 400 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 312 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Little Saline Creek and is regulated by the state of Texas through the permitting and inspection process.
With a high hazard potential rating, Neill Lake Dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam features one outlet gate for water release. The dam is not under the jurisdiction of any federal agency, emphasizing the responsibility of the private owner to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The risk assessment for Neill Lake Dam is classified as high, indicating the need for proactive risk management measures to safeguard against potential threats.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Neill Lake Dam an intriguing structure, showcasing the vital role of dams in providing water supply for communities. Its location in Texas and association with the TR-Little Saline Creek add to its significance in the region's water infrastructure. As a privately-owned dam with state permitting and inspection requirements, Neill Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the collaborative efforts needed to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Neill Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sabine Rv Nr Mineola | 103 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman | 16 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point | 111 cfs | → |
| Cedar Ck Nr Kemp | 1 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins | 259 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy | 84 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Neill Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Private Road 5183 Wood County
- Private Road 7398 469, Wills Point
- Wood County
- Rains County
- County Road 1973 Wood County
Campgrounds
- Lake Holbrook Park - South
- Lake Holbrook Park - West
- Governor Jim Hogg Rv Park - Quitman
- Purtis Creek State Park
- Lake Tawakoni State Park
- Lake Quitman Park
Fishing spots
Track Neill Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Neill Lake Dam
Where does the data for Neill Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Neill Lake Dam.