Horn Lake Dam

TR-WOLF CREEK· Anderson, Texas· Built 1949· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Horn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Normal Storage168 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge245 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDTX00173

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: September 8, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BEVERLY KAY RANCH INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Horn Lake Dam?

Horn 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 Horn Lake Dam?

Horn Lake Dam is owned by BEVERLY KAY RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Horn Lake Dam built?

Horn Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Horn Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Horn Lake Dam?

Horn Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Horn Lake Dam last inspected?

Horn Lake Dam was last inspected on September 8, 2010. 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.