Fort Clark Lake Dam

TR-LITTLE CANEY CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Built 1965· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fort Clark Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage97 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDTX00128

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: May 18, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

FRONTIER LAKES POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fort Clark Lake Dam?

Fort Clark Lake 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 Fort Clark Lake Dam?

Fort Clark Lake Dam is owned by FRONTIER LAKES POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fort Clark Lake Dam built?

Fort Clark Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Fort Clark Lake Dam?

Fort Clark Lake 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 Fort Clark Lake Dam?

Fort Clark Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Fort Clark Lake Dam last inspected?

Fort Clark Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2011. 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.