Schwalker Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cosby Lake Dam Cone Johnson Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Schwalker Lake Dam, located in Tulia, Texas, was completed in 1965 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 575 feet, providing a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Middle Tule Draw river, the dam is primarily made of earth and buttress core types, contributing to its sturdy structure.
Despite being non-federally regulated, Schwalker Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the need for vigilant risk management measures. The dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for its condition assessment. With a risk assessment of "High (2)", it is crucial for the private owners to ensure that emergency action plans are in place and regularly updated to mitigate potential risks to the surrounding area.
While Schwalker Lake Dam may not be under federal jurisdiction, its presence on the TR-Middle Tule Draw river underscores the importance of monitoring its condition and implementing necessary safety measures. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find interest in the unique design and purposes of this dam, as well as the potential risks associated with its operation in the event of an emergency.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
575 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE TULE DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
320 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Schwalker Lake Dam