Chance Lake Dam

TR-GRAVELLY CREEK· Bastrop, Texas· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Chance Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. 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 Length365 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX07274

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: No
Last Inspection: March 24, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RICH CHANCE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chance Lake Dam?

Chance 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 Chance Lake Dam?

Chance Lake Dam is owned by RICH CHANCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Chance Lake Dam?

Chance 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 Chance Lake Dam last inspected?

Chance Lake Dam was last inspected on March 24, 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.