Armstrong Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Armstrong Lake Dam, located in Milam, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1975 with a height of 25 feet and a length of 500 feet.


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Summary

The dam serves a primary purpose that falls under "Other" and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Situated on TR-CANNONSNAP CREEK, the dam does not feature a spillway and has no associated structures.

Despite not being regulated by the state and lacking a condition assessment rating, Armstrong Lake Dam presents a high risk level (2) due to its hazard potential being labeled as "Not Available". The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, raising concerns about its ability to effectively respond to potential emergencies.

Enthusiasts of water resource and climate management may find Armstrong Lake Dam intriguing due to its unique design characteristics and the lack of detailed information available about its risk management and emergency preparedness. Further research and monitoring of this dam could provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in maintaining and ensuring the safety of critical infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-CANNONSNAP CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

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.