Ikins Lake Dam No 1

SPIRES CREEK· Bandera, Texas· Built 1938· Earth· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX)
Dam Length465 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage420 acre-ft
Normal Storage197 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDTX02915

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: March 4, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MICHAEL SKORKA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ikins Lake Dam No 1?

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 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 Ikins Lake Dam No 1?

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 is owned by MICHAEL SKORKA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ikins Lake Dam No 1 built?

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Ikins Lake Dam No 1?

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 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 Ikins Lake Dam No 1?

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Ikins Lake Dam No 1 last inspected?

Ikins Lake Dam No 1 was last inspected on March 4, 2009. 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.