Leo Flores Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Leo Flores Lake Dam, located in Laredo, Texas, is a privately owned structure completed in 1954 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet, with a length of 950 feet, and a storage capacity of 474 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Chacon Creek in Webb County, this dam serves as a crucial resource for the local community, providing essential water storage for various uses.
Despite its age, Leo Flores Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition and has not been inspected since January 1990. The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the structure's hazard potential is not available, indicating a need for further evaluation and potentially additional safety measures to ensure the integrity and functionality of the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Leo Flores Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management of aging infrastructure and the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate risks associated with dam failure. As a vital component of the local water supply system, this dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that such structures play in supporting communities and the need for ongoing monitoring and investment in infrastructure resilience.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHACON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
474 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rio Grande At Laredo
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1760cfs |
Zacate Ck At Laredo
|
0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Leo Flores Lake Dam