Kingsland Lake Dam

TR-COLORADO RIVER· Llano, Texas· Built 1956· Earth· 14 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kingsland Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 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	14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length	385 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	22 acre-ft
Normal Storage	14 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	0 cfs
Year Completed	1956 (70 years old)
NID ID	TX09099

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 5, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

LAKESIDE HEIGHTS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kingsland Lake Dam?

Kingsland 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 Kingsland Lake Dam?

Kingsland Lake Dam is owned by LAKESIDE HEIGHTS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kingsland Lake Dam built?

Kingsland Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Kingsland Lake Dam?

Kingsland 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 Kingsland Lake Dam?

Kingsland Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kingsland Lake Dam last inspected?

Kingsland Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2018. 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.