Derek Lambert Dam

TR-TURKEY CREEK· Hopkins, Texas· Built 1993· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Derek Lambert Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length619 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDTX06911

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DEREK LAMBERT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Derek Lambert Dam?

Derek Lambert 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 Derek Lambert Dam?

Derek Lambert Dam is owned by DEREK LAMBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Derek Lambert Dam built?

Derek Lambert Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Derek Lambert Dam?

Derek Lambert 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 Derek Lambert Dam?

Derek Lambert 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.

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.