Carr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 802 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03073 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FLYING J RANCH
Private
Nearby Dams
Johnson Lake Dam
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftK Ranch Lake Dam
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftHunter Lake Dam
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 15 ftBickerson and Weathers Lake Dam
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 23 ftBrooke Lake Dam
Brazos, TX
Low Hazard 21 ftTmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam 1
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 16 ftCarlos Lake Dam
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 25 ftTmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam Sp 4
Grimes, TX
Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carr Lake Dam?
Carr 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 Carr Lake Dam?
Carr Lake Dam is owned by FLYING J RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carr Lake Dam built?
Carr 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 Carr Lake Dam?
Carr Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carr Lake Dam?
Carr Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Carr Lake Dam last inspected?
Carr Lake Dam was last inspected on September 28, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.