Engeling Wma Dam No 3

CATFISH CREEK· Anderson, Texas· Built 1989· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Engeling Wma Dam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage401 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area189 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDTX09163

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Engeling Wma Dam No 3?

Engeling Wma Dam No 3 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 Engeling Wma Dam No 3?

Engeling Wma Dam No 3 is owned by TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Engeling Wma Dam No 3 built?

Engeling Wma Dam No 3 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Engeling Wma Dam No 3?

Engeling Wma Dam No 3 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Engeling Wma Dam No 3?

Engeling Wma Dam No 3 has a dam height of 8 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.