Carter Lake Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Carter Lake Dam No 1, located in Texas, was completed in 1967 and is primarily used for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth dam with a height of 12 feet and a length of 1064 feet. It has a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet.
Managed by a private owner, Carter Lake Dam No 1 is situated on the TR-Cottonwood Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District. Despite being a privately owned structure, the dam is permitted and inspected by the state regulatory agency. The dam does not have a spillway, and its hazard potential is listed as "Not Available" with a risk assessment rating of "High (2)".
Although the dam's condition is not rated, it serves as an essential resource for the local community, providing not only critical water storage but also opportunities for recreation. With its unique design and purpose, Carter Lake Dam No 1 stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1064 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Frio Rv At Tilden
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0cfs |
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Atascosa Rv At Whitsett
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0cfs |
Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers
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31cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers
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31cfs |
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.
Carter Lake Dam No 1