Baker Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Marks Lake Dam Slaughter Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Baker Lake Dam, located in Madison County, Texas, is a privately owned structure built for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam, constructed with earth materials and buttress core types, stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches to a length of 910 feet. With a storage capacity of 232 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres, Baker Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and conservation in the region.
Although the dam was last inspected in 1973 and is currently rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment, it still serves as a vital infrastructure for the surrounding community. The risk assessment for Baker Lake Dam is considered high, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. Despite lacking recent data updates and evaluations, the dam remains a key component in the local water resource system, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and management efforts.
With the Galveston District as the overseeing agency and no federal involvement in ownership or funding, Baker Lake Dam reflects the collaborative efforts between private entities and state regulators in maintaining essential water structures. As climate change impacts water resources and infrastructure resilience, the significance of structures like Baker Lake Dam in ensuring water security and disaster preparedness becomes increasingly evident. The dam's role in fire protection, stock maintenance, and ecological conservation underscores its importance in the broader context of water resource management and climate adaptation.
Dam Length |
910 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEDIAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
232 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bedias Ck Nr Madisonville
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19cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Nr Huntsville
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34cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
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2670cfs |
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
|
50cfs |
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
|
22cfs |
Kickapoo Ck At Onalaska
|
17cfs |
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.
Baker Lake Dam