Bass Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bass Lake Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a privately owned structure that serves as a fish and wildlife pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1985, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a structural height of 22 feet. With a storage capacity of 1018 acre-feet, it primarily caters to fire protection, stock, and recreational purposes.
The dam, situated on Rattlesnake Creek, is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 135 feet and two uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently unavailable, indicating a need for further evaluation and risk management measures.
Although the dam's surface area and drainage area are not specified, its maximum discharge capacity stands at 2200 cubic feet per second. Managed by a private entity and with no associated federal agencies involved in its ownership or funding, Bass Lake Dam serves as a crucial habitat for local wildlife and offers recreational opportunities for the community while posing a moderate level of risk that warrants ongoing monitoring and maintenance.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
1614 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
RATTLESNAKE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
1018 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
200cfs |
E Fk Little Wichita Rv Nr Henrietta
|
0cfs |
Little Wichita Rv Abv Henrietta
|
0cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Bass Lake Dam