Cottletown Dam

Bastrop, Texas· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Cottletown Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
NID IDTX07451

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: October 14, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BILLY GOBER;CHARITTY ALEXANDER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cottletown Dam?

Cottletown 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 Cottletown Dam?

Cottletown Dam is owned by BILLY GOBER;CHARITTY ALEXANDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Cottletown Dam?

Cottletown Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Cottletown Dam last inspected?

Cottletown Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2016. 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.