Lake Kickapoo Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kickapoo Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 62 ft (taller than 97.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,864 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 137,238 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01010 |
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 WICHITA FALLS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kickapoo Dam?
Lake Kickapoo 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 Lake Kickapoo Dam?
Lake Kickapoo Dam is owned by CITY OF WICHITA FALLS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kickapoo Dam built?
Lake Kickapoo Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Kickapoo Dam?
Lake Kickapoo Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Kickapoo Dam?
Lake Kickapoo Dam has a dam height of 62 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 Kickapoo Dam last inspected?
Lake Kickapoo Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.