Broyles Lake Dam

SADDLER CREEK· Anderson, Texas· Built 1951· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Broyles Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDTX00143

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

GORDON BROYLES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Broyles Lake Dam?

Broyles 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 Broyles Lake Dam?

Broyles Lake Dam is owned by GORDON BROYLES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Broyles Lake Dam built?

Broyles Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Broyles Lake Dam?

Broyles 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 Broyles Lake Dam?

Broyles Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.