Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam

HONDO CREEK· Bandera, Texas· Built 1964· Earth· 27 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage103 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge14,150 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDTX02900

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 13, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BRIAN WEINER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam?

Mcclennahan Lake No 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 Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam?

Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam is owned by BRIAN WEINER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam built?

Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam?

Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam?

Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?

Mcclennahan Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2009. 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.