Mexia Dam

MEXIA CREEK· Callahan, Texas· Built 1950· Earth· 52 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mexia Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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	52 ft (taller than 94.7% in TX)
Dam Length	1,660 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	3.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage	2.0K acre-ft

Surface Area	0 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	2 cfs
Year Completed	1950 (76 years old)
NID ID	TX02943

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: November 5, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF BAIRD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mexia Dam?

Mexia 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 Mexia Dam?

Mexia Dam is owned by CITY OF BAIRD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mexia Dam built?

Mexia Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Mexia Dam?

Mexia Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mexia Dam?

Mexia Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Mexia Dam last inspected?

Mexia Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2019. 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.