Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam

TR-BRUSHY CREEK· Donley, Texas· Built 1976· Earth· 37 ft tall

Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX)
Dam Length	1,230 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	852 acre-ft
Normal Storage	200 acre-ft

Surface Area	20 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	536 cfs
Year Completed	1976 (50 years old)
NID ID	TX04690

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: October 25, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

DONLEY COUNTY;DONLEY COUNTY SWCD;HALL-DONLEY COUNTIES WCID 1

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam is owned by DONLEY COUNTY;DONLEY COUNTY SWCD;HALL-DONLEY COUNTIES WCID 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam built?

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam last inspected?

Lakeview WS SCS Site 1 Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2022. 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.