Mineola Club Lake Dam

TR-SMITH CREEK· Wood, Texas· Built 1936· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mineola Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)
NID IDTX00929

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: No
Last Inspection: January 28, 2008
State Regulated: No

Ownership

THE MINEOLA CLUB LAKE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mineola Club Lake Dam?

Mineola Club Lake 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam?

Mineola Club Lake Dam is owned by THE MINEOLA CLUB LAKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mineola Club Lake Dam built?

Mineola Club Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam?

Mineola Club 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam?

Mineola Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam last inspected?

Mineola Club Lake Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2008. 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.