Mcclain Lake Dam

Henderson, Texas· Built 2016· Earth· 39 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Mcclain Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. 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	39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX)
Dam Length	880 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	443 acre-ft
Normal Storage	140 acre-ft

Surface Area	14 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	2,332 cfs
Year Completed	2016 (10 years old)
NID ID	TX07479

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: October 4, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CHRIS MCCLAIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcclain Lake Dam?

Mcclain Lake 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 Mcclain Lake Dam?

Mcclain Lake Dam is owned by CHRIS MCCLAIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcclain Lake Dam built?

Mcclain Lake Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Mcclain Lake Dam?

Mcclain Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Mcclain Lake Dam last inspected?

Mcclain Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2018. 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.