Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 64 ft (taller than 97.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,283 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 21.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 700 acres |
| Drainage Area | 239 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74,657 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01054 |
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
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam?
Fort Parker State Park 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 Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam?
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam 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 Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam built?
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Parker State Park Lake Dam?
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam?
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 64 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 Parker State Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.