Vickery Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Vickery Lake Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, is a private earth dam completed in 1930 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 14 feet and a length of 400 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 56 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.2 acres. The dam is situated on UNTR-LAKE FORK CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Despite being listed as in fair condition during the last assessment in July 2016, with a moderate risk level (3), the dam is not considered to have a high hazard potential. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and two uncontrolled outlet gates. The dam is inspected every five years and has not undergone any major modifications over the years. The last inspection was conducted in October 2014, ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure for both recreational users and the surrounding community.

Vickery Lake Dam is a vital component of the local water resource system, providing essential recreational opportunities while also managing water flow in the area. With its historical significance and continued maintenance, the dam serves as a prime example of responsible water resource management in Texas, contributing to the conservation and sustainable use of water in the region.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

UNTR-LAKE FORK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.2

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

0.22

Nid Storage

56

Structural Height

14

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.