Dacus Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dacus Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 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 | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,742 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 439 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 29 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01724 |
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
DACUS LAND & CATTLE CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dacus Lake Dam?
Dacus 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 Dacus Lake Dam?
Dacus Lake Dam is owned by DACUS LAND & CATTLE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dacus Lake Dam built?
Dacus Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Dacus Lake Dam?
Dacus Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dacus Lake Dam?
Dacus Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Dacus Lake Dam last inspected?
Dacus Lake Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.