Adds Lake Dam

Hunt, Texas· Built 2018· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Adds Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length900 ft
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Max Discharge1 cfs
Year Completed2018 (8 years old)
NID IDTX09739

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KEVIN ADDS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adds Lake Dam?

Adds Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Adds Lake Dam?

Adds Lake Dam is owned by KEVIN ADDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adds Lake Dam built?

Adds Lake Dam was completed in 2018, making it 8 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Adds Lake Dam?

Adds Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Adds Lake Dam last inspected?

Adds Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2019. 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.