Mingus Lake Dam

GIBSON CREEK· Palo Pinto, Texas· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Mingus Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX)
Dam Length860 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.3K acre-ft
Surface Area105 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge15,746 cfs
NID IDTX03838

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

BUFORD HOLMES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mingus Lake Dam?

Mingus 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 Mingus Lake Dam?

Mingus Lake Dam is owned by BUFORD HOLMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mingus Lake Dam?

Mingus Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mingus Lake Dam?

Mingus Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mingus Lake Dam last inspected?

Mingus Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 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.