Beulah Dam

TR-POWERS BRANCH· Ellis, Texas· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beulah 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 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge4 cfs
NID IDTX09494

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 20, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

STEVE HAWKS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beulah Dam?

Beulah 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 Beulah Dam?

Beulah Dam is owned by STEVE HAWKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Beulah Dam?

Beulah 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 Beulah Dam?

Beulah Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Beulah Dam last inspected?

Beulah Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2009. 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.