Holmes Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Holmes Lake Dam, located in Borden, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.


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Summary

This private earth dam, completed in 1969, stands at a height of 18 feet and has a length of 1235 feet. It has a storage capacity of 244 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 122 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres. Despite its small size, the dam plays a crucial role in the local water resource management of TR-Gavett Creek.

The dam, with a buttress core type and an unlisted/unknown foundation, does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state. While its hazard potential is not available, it has been assigned a high risk (2) rating. The dam's condition assessment is not rated, and details about its emergency action plan and risk management measures are also not provided. With no recent inspection data available, it remains important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and be aware of the potential risks associated with Holmes Lake Dam.

Overall, Holmes Lake Dam represents a vital infrastructure for water management in the area, providing essential services for fire protection, stock keeping, and small fish pond activities. Its history, design, and risk assessment underscore the significance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

1235

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-GAVETT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

244

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.