Lindsey Dam

UNNAMED TRIB OF BROOKS CREEK· Upshur, Texas· Earth· 38 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lindsey Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX)
Dam Length	570 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	608 acre-ft
Normal Storage	288 acre-ft

Surface Area	24 acres
Max Discharge	0 cfs
NID ID	TX07503

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: No

Last Inspection: November 7, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

THE CHAMBERLAIN REVOCABLE TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lindsey Dam?

Lindsey 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 Lindsey Dam?

Lindsey Dam is owned by THE CHAMBERLAIN REVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lindsey Dam?

Lindsey Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Lindsey Dam?

Lindsey Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Lindsey Dam last inspected?

Lindsey Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2017. 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.