Lake Kimble Dam

KIMBALL CREEK· Hardin, Texas· Built 1964· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Kimble Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage973 acre-ft
Normal Storage204 acre-ft
Surface Area119 acres
Drainage Area70 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDTX03743

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: February 3, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

WILDWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Kimble Dam?

Lake Kimble 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 Kimble Dam?

Lake Kimble Dam is owned by WILDWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Kimble Dam built?

Lake Kimble 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 Lake Kimble Dam?

Lake Kimble 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 Kimble Dam?

Lake Kimble Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Kimble Dam last inspected?

Lake Kimble Dam was last inspected on February 3, 2009. 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.