Woodland West Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Woodland West Lake Dam, located in Pantego, Texas, was completed in 1967 and serves as a recreational area for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 470 feet, providing a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for recreation purposes and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment, Woodland West Lake Dam has a moderate risk level, indicating potential hazards that require monitoring and management. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 68 feet and has undergone modifications in 1974 to enhance its hydraulic capabilities. In the event of an emergency, the dam has emergency action plans in place, although specific details regarding their preparation and adherence to guidelines are not available. Overall, Woodland West Lake Dam provides a valuable recreational resource while requiring ongoing assessment and risk management to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.

Years Modified

1974 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

470

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-RUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

69

Structural Height

13

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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.