Patterson Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Patterson Lake No 2 Dam, located in Throckmorton, Texas, was completed in 1966 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 510 feet.


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Summary

This earth dam, primarily used for purposes other than flood control or water supply, holds a maximum storage capacity of 78 acre-feet and a normal storage of 40 acre-feet. Situated on TR-NORTH ELM CREEK, the dam is owned privately and regulated by the state of Texas.

Despite its age, Patterson Lake No 2 Dam has not been rated for its condition and its hazard potential remains unclassified. The risk assessment for the dam is considered high, indicating the need for potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the structure and surrounding areas. With a lack of spillway and limited information on its inspection and emergency preparedness, stakeholders and enthusiasts in water resource and climate management should closely monitor the dam's condition and any potential updates from the state regulatory agency in Texas.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

510

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-NORTH ELM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

78

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.