Big Buck Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Buck Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07540 |
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
Not Listed
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Buck Lake Dam?
Big Buck 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 Big Buck Lake Dam?
Big Buck Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Buck Lake Dam built?
Big Buck Lake Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Big Buck Lake Dam?
Big Buck Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Big Buck Lake Dam last inspected?
Big Buck Lake Dam was last inspected on December 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.