Rock Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rock Lake Dam, located in Montgomery County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 31 feet and completed in 1997, the dam provides a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 150 acre-feet. The dam, designed by Dannenbaum Engineering, regulates the flow of TR-Lake Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Despite being rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, Rock Lake Dam poses a high risk (2) according to risk assessment data. The dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. While there are no associated structures with the dam, it is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in 2008, with no recent updates on emergency contacts or compliance with guidelines.

With its scenic location and recreational focus, Rock Lake Dam serves as a significant water resource in the area, catering to outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. However, the dam's high-risk classification underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and continued functionality in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1997

Dam Length

1035

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

TR-LAKE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

190

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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.