Cargill Industries Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cargill Industries Lake Dam, located in Hansford, Texas, is a private-owned structure that serves a primary purpose of "Other." Constructed in 1970, this Earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 430 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 80 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam is designed as a Buttress type with no spillway, and it overlooks the TR-FARWELL DRAW river or stream.

Although the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it is classified as having a high risk level (2) with no available hazard potential information. While not regulated by the state, the dam does have state permitting and inspection requirements in place. Despite its lack of federal agency involvement, Cargill Industries Lake Dam stands as a significant structure in the region, contributing to water resource management efforts in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam offers an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

430

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-FARWELL DRAW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

80

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.