Fain Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: James R Phillips Dam Pickard Gss No 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fain Lake Dam, located in Fannin County, Texas, was completed in 1977 and serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
The dam, primarily owned and regulated by private entities, stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet. It spans a length of 910 feet and has a surface area of 10.4 acres, providing essential water resources for the local area.
The dam, constructed with an earth core and buttress structure, controls the flow of water from the TR-Pecan Creek and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 166 feet. With a maximum discharge capacity of 3305 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks and safeguarding the surrounding environment. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its long-term reliability in the face of changing climate conditions.
While Fain Lake Dam has not been assigned a hazard potential rating, its strategic location and design make it a vital asset for water resource management in the region. With a focus on emergency preparedness and risk mitigation, continued monitoring and evaluation of the dam's condition are essential to enhance its resilience to potential climate-related challenges. As a key infrastructure for water supply and environmental protection, Fain Lake Dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
910 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PECAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Fain Lake Dam