Middle Lake Dam

Henderson, Texas· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Middle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX)
Dam Length640 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage101 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
NID IDTX07331

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 6, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BRUCE LIETZKE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Middle Lake Dam?

Middle Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Middle Lake Dam?

Middle Lake Dam is owned by BRUCE LIETZKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Middle Lake Dam?

Middle Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Middle Lake Dam last inspected?

Middle Lake Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2010. 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.