Le Wallen Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Palo Pinto, Texas, the Le Wallen Lake No 2 Dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence.


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Summary

Built in 1976, this private-owned structure spans 100 feet in length and reaches a height of 12 feet. Serving primarily for purposes other than flood control or water supply, this earth dam with a buttress core type holds a maximum storage capacity of 86 acre-feet.

Situated on Rocky Bluff Creek, the Le Wallen Lake No 2 Dam has a surface area of 9 acres and a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet. Despite not having a spillway, this dam features an outlet gate to manage water flow. While the dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," it holds a high risk assessment rating due to its hazard potential.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Le Wallen Lake No 2 Dam presents a fascinating case study of dam engineering and management. With its unique design and history, this dam serves as an important piece of infrastructure in the Fort Worth District, showcasing the intersection of human ingenuity and natural resource management.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

100

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

ROCKY BLUFF CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

86

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.