Trophy Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Trophy Lake Dam, located in Henderson, Texas, serves as an essential structure for debris control along the Kile Branch river.


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Summary

Owned privately and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 28 feet. Completed in an unknown year, the dam has a storage capacity of 585 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes including irrigation, navigation, and recreation.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 88 feet, is uncontrolled, and its two outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The dam has undergone structural modifications in 1985 and 2016 to ensure its stability and functionality. Despite being rated as in fair condition, with a moderate risk level, the dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last assessment taking place in May 2017. While the hazard potential is not available, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of debris control effectively.

Trophy Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in Texas, providing essential services for the local community while also being a recreational asset. With its strategic location and functional design, the dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the water quality of the Kile Branch river and ensuring the safety of surrounding areas. As climate enthusiasts, it is vital to recognize the significance of structures like Trophy Lake Dam in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.

Years Modified

1985 - Structural, 2016 - Structural

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

KILE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

44

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

0.9

Nid Storage

585

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.