Bluff Spring Lake Dam

CANEY CREEK· Harrison, Texas· Built 1950· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Bluff Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDTX05184

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DAVIDSON FOUNDATION OF DALLAS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bluff Spring Lake Dam?

Bluff Spring 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 Bluff Spring Lake Dam?

Bluff Spring Lake Dam is owned by DAVIDSON FOUNDATION OF DALLAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bluff Spring Lake Dam built?

Bluff Spring 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.

How tall is Bluff Spring Lake Dam?

Bluff Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.

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.