Cherry Brook Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cherry Brook Lake Dam, located in Dallas, Texas, was completed in 1995 and is owned by the local government.


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Summary

The dam, primarily designed for flood risk reduction, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 300 feet. With a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet, the dam serves the purpose of controlling the flow of water from the Pleasant Branch stream.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Cherry Brook Lake Dam has undergone inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has been assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk rating. In the event of emergencies, the dam has two uncontrolled outlet gates and a spillway width of 100 feet to manage water discharge. While hazard potential information is not available, the dam's risk management measures are not specified in the data.

Overall, Cherry Brook Lake Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Dallas area. With its concrete construction and earth core, the dam stands as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts can appreciate the importance of Cherry Brook Lake Dam in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flooding events.

Years Modified

1998 - Other

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

PLEASANT BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

3.2

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

0.9

Nid Storage

35

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.