Farias Lake No 7 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 13, 2026
Farias Lake No 7 Dam, located in Dimmit, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for water supply purposes.
Summary
Completed in 1977, this buttress-style structure stands at 15 feet tall and spans 1700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Pendencia Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources to the surrounding area, contributing to the sustainability of the local ecosystem.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Farias Lake No 7 Dam has withstood the test of time and is currently rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment. While lacking a spillway, the dam features one outlet gate and has not experienced any recent modifications or inspections. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, there is a need for effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water infrastructure in the face of climate variability and changing water resource demands.
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Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PENDENCIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
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.
Farias Lake No 7 Dam