Dubose Dam

DIFFY CREEK· Van Zandt, Texas· Built 1952· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dubose Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length745 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage291 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDTX02796

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: April 10, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JV DUBOSE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dubose Dam?

Dubose 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 Dubose Dam?

Dubose Dam is owned by JV DUBOSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dubose Dam built?

Dubose Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dubose Dam?

Dubose Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Dubose Dam last inspected?

Dubose Dam was last inspected on April 10, 1984. 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.