Crown Dam

TR-LAKE CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Crown Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage163 acre-ft
Normal Storage133 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX07224

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: August 6, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CROWN OAKS POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crown Dam?

Crown 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 Crown Dam?

Crown Dam is owned by CROWN OAKS POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Crown Dam?

Crown 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 Crown Dam?

Crown 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 Crown Dam last inspected?

Crown Dam was last inspected on August 6, 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.