North Lake Dam

TR-LITTLE BAYOU· Red River, Texas· Built 1908· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

North Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX)
Dam Length1,260 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage577 acre-ft
Normal Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)
NID IDTX03098

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: November 4, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CLARKSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Lake Dam?

North 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 North Lake Dam?

North Lake Dam is owned by CLARKSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Lake Dam built?

North Lake Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 North Lake Dam?

North Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is North Lake Dam?

North Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 North Lake Dam last inspected?

North Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 1997. 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.