Baileys Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baileys Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00915 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
H HOWARD
Private
Nearby Dams
Engler Lake Dam
Hood, TX
High Hazard 20 ftBranson Lake Dam
Parker, TX
Low Hazard 19 ftPaluxy River WS SCS Site 14 Dam
Erath, TX
Low Hazard 43 ftPaluxy River WS SCS Site 8 Dam
Erath, TX
Low Hazard 40 ftRl Anderson Dam
Erath, TX
Low Hazard 27 ftLe Wallen Lake No 2 Dam
Palo Pinto, TX
Low Hazard 12 ftStarr Hollow Lake Dam
Hood, TX
High Hazard 54 ftLe Wallen Lake No 1 Dam
Palo Pinto, TX
Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Baileys Lake Dam?
Baileys 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 Baileys Lake Dam?
Baileys Lake Dam is owned by H HOWARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baileys Lake Dam built?
Baileys Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Baileys Lake Dam?
Baileys Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baileys Lake Dam?
Baileys Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.