Moore Lake Dam

MILES CREEK· Houston, Texas· Built 1965· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Moore Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX)
Dam Length595 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage881 acre-ft
Normal Storage598 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDTX03285

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: February 17, 1983
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

MARSHALL L MOORE ET UX

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moore Lake Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam?

Moore Lake Dam is owned by MARSHALL L MOORE ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moore Lake Dam built?

Moore Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Moore Lake Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam last inspected?

Moore Lake Dam was last inspected on February 17, 1983. 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.