Alders Reservoir Dam

BIG CANEY CREEK· Liberty, Texas· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Alders Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length7,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.2K acre-ft
Surface Area1,753 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX06352

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: May 31, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

WELDON ALDERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alders Reservoir Dam?

Alders Reservoir 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 Alders Reservoir Dam?

Alders Reservoir Dam is owned by WELDON ALDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Alders Reservoir Dam?

Alders Reservoir 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 Alders Reservoir Dam?

Alders Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Alders Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Alders Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2000. 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.