Middle Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Middle Lake Dam in Henderson, Texas is a private Earth dam with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 10 feet and stretching 640 feet in length.


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Summary

Built for purposes other than flood control, this dam has a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet. Despite its relatively small size, Middle Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its condition being not rated, indicating potential safety concerns.

Located in the Fort Worth District and managed by a private owner, Middle Lake Dam has not been inspected since July 2010. The absence of a spillway and the lack of a hazard potential assessment raise concerns about the dam's ability to withstand heavy rainfall or flooding events. The dam's emergency action plan status is unknown, leaving the surrounding area vulnerable in the event of a breach.

Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate change should keep a close eye on Middle Lake Dam's condition and maintenance efforts, as its risk level suggests the need for immediate attention and potential updates to its emergency preparedness. As a private structure not regulated by state agencies, its upkeep and safety measures fall solely on the owner, making it crucial for stakeholders to monitor the dam's status and advocate for necessary improvements to ensure the safety of the community and environment.

Dam Length

640

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25.26

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

101

Structural Height

10

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.