Kurkendall Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kurkendall Lake Dam is a private-owned earth dam located in Tilden, Texas, built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

This impressive structure stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 1014 feet, with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Leoncita Creek, this dam serves a variety of purposes, including flood control and irrigation. Despite its age, Kurkendall Lake Dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment and is currently not rated for its condition.

While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. Although it is not regulated by the state, it does require regular inspections and permitting. The risk assessment for Kurkendall Lake Dam indicates a high risk level (2), highlighting the importance of implementing proper risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kurkendall Lake Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into the engineering and management of water infrastructure in Texas.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

1014

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-LEONCITA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

150

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.