Camps Lake Dam

TR-BIRCH CREEK· Hopkins, Texas· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Camps Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX06359

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 25, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HARLY GOETTSCHE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camps Lake Dam?

Camps 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 Camps Lake Dam?

Camps Lake Dam is owned by HARLY GOETTSCHE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Camps Lake Dam?

Camps Lake 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 Camps Lake Dam last inspected?

Camps Lake Dam was last inspected on January 25, 1990. 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.