Mccullough Lake Levee

OFF CH-AUSTIN BAYOU· Brazoria, Texas· Built 1963· Earth· 9 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mccullough Lake Levee is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Dam Length8,690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage928 acre-ft
Normal Storage405 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDTX04732

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: Yes
Last Inspection: February 11, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CAROLE MCGARRY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mccullough Lake Levee?

Mccullough Lake Levee 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 Mccullough Lake Levee?

Mccullough Lake Levee is owned by CAROLE MCGARRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mccullough Lake Levee built?

Mccullough Lake Levee was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Mccullough Lake Levee?

Mccullough Lake Levee 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 Mccullough Lake Levee?

Mccullough Lake Levee has a dam height of 9 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 Mccullough Lake Levee last inspected?

Mccullough Lake Levee was last inspected on February 11, 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.