Lake Dickens Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Dickens Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00048 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FLOYD DICKENS
Private
Nearby Dams
Lake Tomahawk Dam
Polk, TX
Significant Hazard 26 ftHickory Springs Lake Dam
Polk, TX
Low Hazard 17 ftTombigbee Lake Dam
Polk, TX
Significant Hazard 33 ftHortense Lake Dam
Polk, TX
Low Hazard 13 ftDouble A Lake 1 Dam
Polk, TX
Significant Hazard 15 ftLake Downs Dam
Polk, TX
Significant Hazard 26 ftWild Indian Lake Dam
Polk, TX
High Hazard 17 ftLake Mark Dam
Polk, TX
Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Dickens Dam?
Lake Dickens 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 Dickens Dam?
Lake Dickens Dam is owned by FLOYD DICKENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Dickens Dam built?
Lake Dickens Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Dickens Dam?
Lake Dickens 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 Lake Dickens Dam?
Lake Dickens Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Dickens Dam last inspected?
Lake Dickens Dam was last inspected on March 27, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.