Kellam No 2 Dam

TR-GRAND SALINE CREEK· Van Zandt, Texas· Built 1957· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Kellam No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage418 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDTX02838

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 18, 1972
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JACK KELLAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kellam No 2 Dam?

Kellam No 2 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 Kellam No 2 Dam?

Kellam No 2 Dam is owned by JACK KELLAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kellam No 2 Dam built?

Kellam No 2 Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Kellam No 2 Dam?

Kellam No 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kellam No 2 Dam?

Kellam No 2 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Kellam No 2 Dam last inspected?

Kellam No 2 Dam was last inspected on September 18, 1972. 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.