Wolf Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Wolf Lake Dam, located in Robertson County, Texas, was completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a length of 1050 feet, providing storage of up to 312 acre-feet of water. Despite its small surface area of 7 acres, the dam plays a vital role in fire protection and supporting local wildlife.

Managed by a private owner, Wolf Lake Dam is not regulated by the state but undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a high hazard potential rating and limited risk management measures in place, the dam poses potential challenges in case of emergencies. Although the dam lacks a spillway, its outlet gates are sufficient to control water flow. The surrounding Shop Branch stream benefits from the dam's presence, contributing to the local ecosystem.

As a significant feature in the Fort Worth District, Wolf Lake Dam remains a valuable resource for the community, providing a habitat for fish and wildlife while also serving practical purposes like stock pond and fire protection. Its location and design reflect a balance between human needs and environmental conservation, making it a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

1050

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

SHOP BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

33

Nid Storage

312

Structural Height

39

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

39
       
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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.