Maxie Wilson Dam

TR-INDIAN CREEK· Smith, Texas· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Maxie Wilson Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage14 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX09070

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: June 3, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HAL WILLIAMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maxie Wilson Dam?

Maxie Wilson 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 Maxie Wilson Dam?

Maxie Wilson Dam is owned by HAL WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Maxie Wilson Dam?

Maxie Wilson Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Maxie Wilson Dam last inspected?

Maxie Wilson Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2015. 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.