Tc Smith Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fuller Lake Dam Lake Reed Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Tc Smith Lake Dam, located in Liberty, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1980.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 554 feet, with a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam does have state permitting and inspection requirements in place.
The primary purpose of Tc Smith Lake Dam is listed as "Other," with a hazard potential deemed as "Not Available." Despite its high risk assessment rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated. The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. With a risk management plan not specified, it is essential for stakeholders and authorities to closely monitor and evaluate the safety and maintenance of this dam to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and water resources.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Tc Smith Lake Dam offers a unique case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its location on TR-YELLOW BRANCH, this structure presents both challenges and opportunities for conservation efforts in the region. As discussions around infrastructure resilience and climate adaptation continue to gain importance, the monitoring and maintenance of Tc Smith Lake Dam serve as a crucial aspect of safeguarding water resources and mitigating potential risks in the area.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
554 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-YELLOW BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
|
22cfs |
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
|
50cfs |
Bedias Ck Nr Madisonville
|
19cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
|
2670cfs |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
|
4cfs |
Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood
|
20cfs |
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.
Tc Smith Lake Dam