Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1

TR-COLORADO RIVER· Travis, Texas· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDTX06507

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: November 22, 1974
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

NRC INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1?

Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 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 Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1?

Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 is owned by NRC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1?

Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1?

Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 has a dam height of 27 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 Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 last inspected?

Highland Lake Estates Dam No 1 was last inspected on November 22, 1974. 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.