Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam, located in Maverick, Texas, was completed in 1974 and serves as an important water resource for the area.
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Summary
This Earth dam, with a height of 12 feet and a length of 1100 feet, has a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, providing essential water for local agricultural and wildlife needs. The dam is situated on TR-Elm Creek and is not regulated by the state, but does have state permitting and inspection requirements in place.
Despite not having a spillway, the dam has stood the test of time with a high risk assessment rating of 2 out of 3. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, but it is regularly inspected to ensure its safety and integrity. With a primary purpose of "Other," Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam plays a vital role in the local ecosystem and economy, demonstrating the importance of proper water resource management in the face of a changing climate. This dam is a testament to human ingenuity and engineering in harnessing and preserving precious water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam