Meadows Lakes East Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Meadows Lakes East Lake Dam, located in Richland Hills, Texas, was completed in 1959 and stands at a height of 24 feet, with a hydraulic height of 19 feet.


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Summary

This earth dam, primarily designed for recreation, spans a length of 800 feet and has a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet. The dam overlooks TR-Big Fossil Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

The dam's condition assessment as of June 2017 was rated as "fair", with a moderate hazard potential. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and one uncontrolled outlet gate. The dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in September 2016. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk (3), the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) as of yet.

Overall, Meadows Lakes East Lake Dam serves as an important recreational resource in Tarrant County, Texas, while also contributing to the management of water resources in the area. With its unique design and historical significance, the dam continues to play a key role in the local landscape and offers valuable insights for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

TR-BIG FOSSIL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

0.44

Nid Storage

129

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.