Holland Lake Dam Upper Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Holland Lake Dam Upper is a vital water resource structure located in Parker County, Texas, just outside the city of Annetta North.


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Summary

This dam, regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), serves as an important component in managing the flow of an unnamed tributary of Town Creek. With a height of 19.5 feet and a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet, Holland Lake Dam Upper plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels and controlling the discharge of up to 5551 cubic feet per second.

The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," and it features a buttress core type with an uncontrolled spillway measuring 70 feet in width. While the dam is currently in fair condition according to a 2017 assessment, it has a moderate risk level assigned to it. Despite not having undergone recent modifications or having an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, Holland Lake Dam Upper remains a key structure for water resource management in the area. With its strategic location and regulatory oversight, this dam exemplifies the importance of infrastructure in safeguarding water resources and mitigating potential risks associated with climate events.

Dam Length

430

Dam Height

19.5

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIB OF TOWN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

1.25

Hydraulic Height

19.5

Drainage Area

1.38

Nid Storage

47

Structural Height

19.5

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.