Clear Creek Lake Dam

CLEAR CREEK· Menard, Texas· Built 1939· Gravity· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Clear Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length265 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDTX02311

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 8, 1985
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JAMES POWELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clear Creek Lake Dam?

Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek Lake Dam?

Clear Creek Lake Dam is owned by JAMES POWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clear Creek Lake Dam built?

Clear Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Clear Creek Lake Dam?

Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek Lake Dam?

Clear Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Clear Creek Lake Dam last inspected?

Clear Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on January 8, 1985. 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.