Meeker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Meeker Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 | 44 ft (taller than 89.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 980 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,251 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01182 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DEER CREEK PLANTATION NEIGHBORHOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meeker Lake Dam?
Meeker 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 Meeker Lake Dam?
Meeker Lake Dam is owned by DEER CREEK PLANTATION NEIGHBORHOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meeker Lake Dam built?
Meeker Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Meeker Lake Dam?
Meeker Lake 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 Meeker Lake Dam?
Meeker Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Meeker Lake Dam last inspected?
Meeker Lake Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.