Dixie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dixie Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09705 |
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
CLAY ALLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dixie Lake Dam?
Dixie 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 Dixie Lake Dam?
Dixie Lake Dam is owned by CLAY ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Dixie Lake Dam?
Dixie Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Dixie Lake Dam last inspected?
Dixie Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.