Lake Lomond Dam

HARRIS CREEK· Gregg, Texas· Built 1908· Earth· 17 ft tall

High Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Lomond Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. 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	17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX)
Dam Length	900 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	480 acre-ft
Normal Storage	141 acre-ft

Surface Area	33 acres
Drainage Area	5 sq mi
Max Discharge	1 cfs
Year Completed	1908 (118 years old)
NID ID	TX03460

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 8, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF LONGVIEW;FRIENDS OF LAKE LOMOND AT ECHOLS PARK

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Lomond Dam?

Lake Lomond 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 Lomond Dam?

Lake Lomond Dam is owned by CITY OF LONGVIEW;FRIENDS OF LAKE LOMOND AT ECHOLS PARK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Lomond Dam built?

Lake Lomond Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Lake Lomond Dam?

Lake Lomond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Lomond Dam last inspected?

Lake Lomond Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2021. 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.