Lake Atteberry Dam

SAND CREEK· Collingsworth, Texas· Built 1956· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Atteberry Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDTX03618

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: May 22, 1986
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LOUIS ALLRED

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Atteberry Dam?

Lake Atteberry 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 Lake Atteberry Dam?

Lake Atteberry Dam is owned by LOUIS ALLRED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Atteberry Dam built?

Lake Atteberry 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 Lake Atteberry Dam?

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

How tall is Lake Atteberry Dam?

Lake Atteberry 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 Lake Atteberry Dam last inspected?

Lake Atteberry Dam was last inspected on May 22, 1986. 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.