Kickapoo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kickapoo Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02428 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HILLTOP LAKES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF HILLTOP LAKES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kickapoo Lake Dam built?
Kickapoo Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo 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 Kickapoo Lake Dam?
Kickapoo Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Kickapoo Lake Dam last inspected?
Kickapoo Lake Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.