Baylor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baylor Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 43 ft (taller than 88.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 699 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03622 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF CHILDRESS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Baylor Lake Dam?
Baylor 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 Baylor Lake Dam?
Baylor Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF CHILDRESS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baylor Lake Dam built?
Baylor Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Baylor Lake Dam?
Baylor 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 Baylor Lake Dam?
Baylor Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Baylor Lake Dam last inspected?
Baylor Lake Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.