Boggy Lake Dam

BOGGY CREEK· Wood, Texas· Built 1949· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boggy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length455 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDTX00919

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
Last Inspection: January 20, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BOGGY CREEK RANCH INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boggy Lake Dam?

Boggy 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 Boggy Lake Dam?

Boggy Lake Dam is owned by BOGGY CREEK RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boggy Lake Dam built?

Boggy Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Boggy Lake Dam?

Boggy 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 Boggy Lake Dam?

Boggy 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 Boggy Lake Dam last inspected?

Boggy Lake Dam was last inspected on January 20, 1984. 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.