Ellenburg Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Garner Lake Dam Ball Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ellenburg Lake Dam, located in Jack County, Texas, was completed in 1964 and stands at 15 feet in height with a length of 800 feet.
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Summary
The dam, primarily designed for purposes other than flood control or water supply, holds a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. Situated on TR-LODGE CREEK, the earth dam with a buttress core type serves as a vital structure in the region, despite lacking a spillway.
Although privately owned, the dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas, which mandates regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a high risk assessment rating of 2 out of 3, there is a need for ongoing risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards. Despite not being regulated by a state agency, the dam's condition remains unrated, signifying the importance of continuous monitoring and maintenance to uphold its safety and functionality for the surrounding community and environment.
Ellenburg Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, highlighting the interconnectedness of dams and climate resilience. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and advocating for the proper maintenance and management of such structures is essential to safeguarding our natural ecosystems and water supplies for future generations.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LODGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
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.
Ellenburg Lake Dam