Reynolds Lake Dam

DUCK CREEK· Smith, Texas· Built 1970· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Reynolds Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTX05101

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

DICK REYNOLDS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reynolds Lake Dam?

Reynolds 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 Reynolds Lake Dam?

Reynolds Lake Dam is owned by DICK REYNOLDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Reynolds Lake Dam built?

Reynolds Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Reynolds Lake Dam?

Reynolds Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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.

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.