Amsden Lake Dam

UNTR-CANEY CREEK· Wood, Texas· Earth· 16 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Amsden Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDTX09590

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 18, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PAT AMSDEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Amsden Lake Dam?

Amsden Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Amsden Lake Dam?

Amsden Lake Dam is owned by PAT AMSDEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Amsden Lake Dam?

Amsden 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 Amsden Lake Dam?

Amsden Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Amsden Lake Dam last inspected?

Amsden Lake Dam was last inspected on February 18, 2010. 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.