Allen Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Allen Lake Dam, located in Henderson, Texas, was completed in 1969 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam is an earth structure with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 16 feet and stretching 240 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, the dam provides water for various recreational activities along the Andings Branch.

Despite its age, Allen Lake Dam remains in a condition that is not rated, with a high hazard potential. The dam lacks a spillway and has no locks or outlets, highlighting the need for careful monitoring and maintenance. The last inspection conducted on the dam was in 1988, raising concerns about the adequacy of its safety measures in the event of an emergency.

With Lance Gooden representing the area in Congress, enthusiasts of water resources and climate will be keen to ensure that Allen Lake Dam receives the necessary attention and resources for its ongoing management and maintenance to prevent any potential risks or hazards. The dam's location and importance for recreation make it crucial to prioritize its safety and structural integrity for the benefit of the local community and environment.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

ANDINGS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

55

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.