Kelley Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kelley Lake No 1 Dam, located in Gonzales, Texas, was completed in 1962 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 21 feet with a length of 1162 feet, providing a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet. Situated on TR-PEACH CREEK, it is primarily an earth dam with a buttress core type.
Despite being privately owned, Kelley Lake No 1 Dam is state regulated with permitting and inspection processes in place. The dam has no spillway and is not assessed for condition, making its hazard potential and risk assessment categorized as high. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for the safety and maintenance of this dam to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
With its location in a high-risk category and no emergency action plan in place, Kelley Lake No 1 Dam poses a potential threat if not properly maintained and monitored. Climate change and increasing water demands further emphasize the importance of ensuring the integrity and safety of such structures. It is essential for stakeholders to work together to implement risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols to mitigate any potential disasters associated with this dam.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1162 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PEACH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Kelley Lake No 1 Dam