Smith Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fly In Lake Dam Tiner Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Henderson, Texas, Smith Dam is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose listed as "Other." The dam has a storage capacity of 183 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 105 acre-feet.
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Summary
While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for Smith Dam categorizes it as having a high risk level, with a hazard potential that is not available.
Despite being privately owned, Smith Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas and is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam, with no listed designer or completion year, is situated within the Fort Worth District and is not regulated by a federal agency. While the condition of the dam is not rated and emergency action plans are not available, the risk management measures for Smith Dam are also not specified, indicating potential vulnerabilities that may need to be addressed in the future.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Smith Dam to be a point of interest due to its unique design and high-risk assessment. With limited information available on the dam's construction and management, further investigation into the dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness may be warranted. As a privately owned structure, understanding the potential implications of Smith Dam's condition and risk level on the surrounding community and environment could be crucial for ensuring water resource sustainability and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
183 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
15cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
2210cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
|
1890cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
70cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
15cfs |
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.
Smith Dam