Bullock Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Bullock Lake Dam, located in Milam, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1962.


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Summary

With a height of 17 feet and a length of 365 feet, the dam serves as a crucial structure for managing water resources in the area. The primary purpose of the dam is listed as 'Other', indicating its versatility in serving various needs related to water management.

Although the dam does not have a spillway, it has an outlet gate that helps regulate water flow as needed. The dam has a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 34 acre-feet. Despite being designated as a high-risk structure, the condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as 'Not Rated'. With its location on TR-Cedar Creek and under the jurisdiction of the Galveston District, Bullock Lake Dam is a significant asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and monitor for its impact on the surrounding environment.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

365

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-CEDAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

68

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.