Reid Lake Dam

SPURLOCK BRANCH· Tyler, Texas· Built 1958· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Reid Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage123 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDTX03758

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 16, 1980
State Regulated: No

Ownership

AUBREY RAIFORD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reid Lake Dam?

Reid Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Reid Lake Dam?

Reid Lake Dam is owned by AUBREY RAIFORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reid Lake Dam built?

Reid Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Reid Lake Dam?

Reid Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Reid Lake Dam?

Reid Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Reid Lake Dam last inspected?

Reid Lake Dam was last inspected on December 16, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.