Garland Lake Dam

Van Zandt, Texas· Built 1987· 28 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Garland Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX)
Dam Length875 ft
Max Storage325 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
Max Discharge3 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDTX07546

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 18, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GREGORY BLANCHARD;STEGER FAMILY TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Garland Lake Dam?

Garland Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Garland Lake Dam?

Garland Lake Dam is owned by GREGORY BLANCHARD;STEGER FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Garland Lake Dam built?

Garland Lake Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Garland Lake Dam?

Garland Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Garland Lake Dam last inspected?

Garland Lake Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. 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.