Golub Lake Dam

TR-KNOBBS CREEK· Lee, Texas· Built 1969· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Golub Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Normal Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDTX05761

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: No

Ownership

ERNEST GOLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Golub Lake Dam?

Golub 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 Golub Lake Dam?

Golub Lake Dam is owned by ERNEST GOLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Golub Lake Dam built?

Golub Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Golub Lake Dam?

Golub Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.