Reed Lake Dam, located in Collin County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond.
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The dam stands at 18 feet high and spans a length of 700 feet, with a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Reed Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam is situated on TR-Bear Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite being rated as a high-risk structure with a hazard potential that is not available, the dam's condition remains unrated and there is no emergency action plan in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Reed Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with a focus on fire protection and recreational use. With its unique design and regulatory oversight by the state, the dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the area, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and integrity of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |