Langham Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Langham Lake Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, was completed in 1978 and serves primarily for fire protection and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and stretches 630 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Knob Creek, the dam is designed with a buttress core type and is not equipped with a spillway. Despite being privately owned, the dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections and enforcement.

With a high hazard potential rating, Langham Lake Dam poses a significant risk that has been acknowledged with a risk assessment of 2 on a scale of 1 to 5. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains a critical structure for water resource management in the area. As a popular spot for fishing and recreational activities, the dam plays a vital role in the local ecosystem and provides essential water resources for the surrounding community.

Overall, Langham Lake Dam stands as a crucial component of the water infrastructure in Bell County, Texas, serving multiple purposes and providing valuable storage capacity. With its strategic location on TR-Knob Creek and its role in fire protection and fish pond management, the dam represents a significant asset for the area. However, the high hazard potential and lack of a current condition assessment highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for the community and the environment.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

630

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-KNOB CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

83

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.