Lake Leon Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Leon Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 | 90 ft (taller than 99.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,590 acres |
| Drainage Area | 252 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170,328 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01417 |
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
EASTLAND COUNTY WSD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Leon Dam?
Lake Leon 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 Leon Dam?
Lake Leon Dam is owned by EASTLAND COUNTY WSD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Leon Dam built?
Lake Leon Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Leon Dam?
Lake Leon Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Leon Dam?
Lake Leon Dam has a dam height of 90 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 Leon Dam last inspected?
Lake Leon Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.