Reynolds Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Reynolds Lake Dam, located in Upshur, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of "Other." The dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 520 feet, with a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet.


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Summary

Despite being a privately owned structure, the dam is regulated by the state of Texas, with permitting and inspection requirements in place.

The dam, which impounds TR-Bee Branch, has a spillway type of "None" and is equipped with one outlet gate. Although the hazard potential of the dam is listed as "Not Available," the risk assessment categorizes it as "High (2)." The condition assessment of the dam is currently "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation of its structural integrity and safety measures. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Reynolds Lake Dam presents a unique case study in private dam ownership and state regulation, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management for these critical infrastructure assets.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

TR-BEE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

23

Nid Storage

129

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

23
       
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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.