Calhoun Lake 2 Dam

STILLS CREEK· Anderson, Texas· Built 1951· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Calhoun Lake 2 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 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length960 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage673 acre-ft
Normal Storage352 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDTX00142

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: May 11, 1983
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

V C CATTLE CO INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Calhoun Lake 2 Dam?

Calhoun Lake 2 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 Calhoun Lake 2 Dam?

Calhoun Lake 2 Dam is owned by V C CATTLE CO INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Calhoun Lake 2 Dam built?

Calhoun Lake 2 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 Calhoun Lake 2 Dam?

Calhoun Lake 2 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 Calhoun Lake 2 Dam?

Calhoun Lake 2 Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Calhoun Lake 2 Dam last inspected?

Calhoun Lake 2 Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1983. 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.