Hall Lake Dam

TR-RED RIVER· Red River, Texas· Built 1970· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Hall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage350 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTX03107

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

JE HALL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hall Lake Dam?

Hall 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 Hall Lake Dam?

Hall Lake Dam is owned by JE HALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hall Lake Dam built?

Hall Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Hall Lake Dam?

Hall Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hall Lake Dam?

Hall Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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.