Campbell Lake Dam

TR-PERSIMMON CREEK· Walker, Texas· Built 1995· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Campbell Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length930 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage288 acre-ft
Normal Storage186 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,194 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDTX07282

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 14, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JUDY CAMPBELL;LARRY GLAZE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Campbell Lake Dam?

Campbell Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Campbell Lake Dam?

Campbell Lake Dam is owned by JUDY CAMPBELL;LARRY GLAZE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Campbell Lake Dam built?

Campbell Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Campbell Lake Dam?

Campbell Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Campbell Lake Dam last inspected?

Campbell Lake Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2009. 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.