Mallard Lake Club Dam

OFF CH-BRAZOS RIVER· Brazoria, Texas· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mallard Lake Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX)
Dam Length15,925 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage762 acre-ft
Surface Area850 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX05887

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: April 11, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

MALLARD LAKE CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mallard Lake Club Dam?

Mallard Lake Club 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 Mallard Lake Club Dam?

Mallard Lake Club Dam is owned by MALLARD LAKE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mallard Lake Club Dam?

Mallard Lake Club 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 Mallard Lake Club Dam?

Mallard Lake Club Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Mallard Lake Club Dam last inspected?

Mallard Lake Club Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2023. 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.