Mcintosh Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Mcintosh Lake Dam, located in Collingsworth, Texas, was completed in 1958 and is owned by a private entity.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial water resource for the area.
Despite being non-federally regulated, the dam poses a high risk due to its condition assessment not being rated. With no spillway and limited structural information, there are concerns about its safety and potential hazards. The dam's location on the TR-DRY HOLLOW river or stream, underscores the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance to prevent any potential disasters and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and wildlife. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Mcintosh Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the critical role dams play in managing water resources and the need for regular inspection and maintenance to mitigate risks and ensure long-term sustainability.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
483 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY HOLLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
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.
Mcintosh Lake Dam