Lutringer Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lutringer Lake Dam, located in Hays County, Texas, was completed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a private flood risk reduction structure on TR-Boons Creek.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at 26 feet tall and stretches 718 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 161 acre-feet. Despite being state-permitted and inspected, the dam lacks a spillway and poses a high hazard potential due to its condition being not rated.

The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also supports recreational activities in the area. Managed by a private entity, Lutringer Lake Dam sits within the jurisdiction of the Galveston District and falls under the oversight of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. As a key component of the local water resource infrastructure, the dam remains a focal point for climate enthusiasts interested in its risk assessment, management measures, and potential impacts on the surrounding environment.

Although lacking detailed data on its current condition assessment and emergency action plan, Lutringer Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location on TR-Boons Creek, the dam's role in flood risk reduction and potential recreational opportunities make it a noteworthy structure in the region. As efforts to assess and manage its risks continue, the dam serves as a focal point for ongoing discussions on water resource management and climate resilience in Hays County, Texas.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

718

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-BOONS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.33

Nid Storage

161

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

26
       
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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.