City of Killeen Lake Dam

TR-SOUTH NOLAN CREEK· Bell, Texas· Built 1968· Earth· 19 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

City of Killeen Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage243 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,155 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDTX02346

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 16, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

THE WILLOWS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of City of Killeen Lake Dam?

City of Killeen Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates City of Killeen Lake Dam?

City of Killeen Lake Dam is owned by THE WILLOWS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was City of Killeen Lake Dam built?

City of Killeen Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 City of Killeen Lake Dam?

City of Killeen Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is City of Killeen Lake Dam?

City of Killeen Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 City of Killeen Lake Dam last inspected?

City of Killeen Lake Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2022. 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.