Schindler Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Schindler Lake Dam, also known as Houston Lake, is a private dam located in Burleson County, Texas.


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Summary

Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans a length of 892 feet along the TR-Birch Creek. The primary purpose of this structure is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for fire protection, stock or small fish ponds, and recreation.

With a storage capacity of 288 acre-feet, Schindler Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite not being state-regulated, it is equipped with state permitting and inspection, ensuring its safety and functionality. The dam has a high hazard potential rating and is classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures.

Overall, Schindler Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and flood control in the region. Its historical significance and ongoing maintenance underscore the importance of sustainable practices and proactive measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of such critical structures for water and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and support.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

892

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR-BIRCH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

288

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.
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