Bois D Arc Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bois D Arc Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2023 and is 3 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 | 90 ft (taller than 99.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 11,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 765.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 367.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16,500 acres |
| Drainage Area | 327 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2023 (3 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07507 |
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
NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bois D Arc Lake Dam?
Bois D Arc 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 Bois D Arc Lake Dam?
Bois D Arc Lake Dam is owned by NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bois D Arc Lake Dam built?
Bois D Arc Lake Dam was completed in 2023, making it 3 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Bois D Arc Lake Dam?
Bois D Arc Lake Dam has a dam height of 90 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 Bois D Arc Lake Dam last inspected?
Bois D Arc Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.