Clear Spring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clear Spring Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 755 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02715 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ART SCHRIBER;DARLA SCHRIBER;FRIENDS OF CLEAR SPRINGS LAKE
Private
Nearby Dams
Voss Lake Dam
Bastrop, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftClarence Washington Farm Dam
Travis, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftWillies Lake Dam
Bastrop, TX
Significant Hazard 32 ftTrigg Lake Dam
Bastrop, TX
Low Hazard 18 ftDuke Lake No 2 Dam
Bastrop, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftThome Valley Dam
Travis, TX
Significant Hazard 7 ftLcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1
Bastrop, TX
Low Hazard 18 ftLazy S Ranch Dam
Bastrop, TX
Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Clear Spring Lake Dam?
Clear Spring 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 Clear Spring Lake Dam?
Clear Spring Lake Dam is owned by ART SCHRIBER;DARLA SCHRIBER;FRIENDS OF CLEAR SPRINGS LAKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clear Spring Lake Dam built?
Clear Spring Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Clear Spring Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clear Spring Lake Dam?
Clear Spring 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 Clear Spring Lake Dam last inspected?
Clear Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.