Lake Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 492 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,114 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00253 |
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
COUNTRY CLUB LAKE PARK INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Federal Dam
Smith, TX
Low Hazard 12 ftBell Sand Dam
Smith, TX
Low Hazard 16 ftBellwood Lake Dam
Smith, TX
High Hazard 28 ftTyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1
Smith, TX
Low Hazard 7 ftMaxie Wilson Dam
Smith, TX
Significant Hazard 20 ftHidden Hill Dam
Smith, TX
Low Hazard 19 ftLenox Lake Dam
Smith, TX
Low Hazard 16 ftSwan Lake Dam
Smith, TX
Low Hazard 37 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Park Dam?
Lake Park 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 Park Dam?
Lake Park Dam is owned by COUNTRY CLUB LAKE PARK INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Park Dam built?
Lake Park Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Park Dam?
Lake Park 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 Park Dam?
Lake Park Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Park Dam last inspected?
Lake Park Dam was last inspected on November 17, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.