Oasis Lake Dam

OASIS CREEK· Hemphill, Texas· Built 1949· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Oasis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX)
Dam Length665 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDTX05617

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: October 10, 2008
State Regulated: No

Ownership

OASIS CREEK RANCH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oasis Lake Dam?

Oasis 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 Oasis Lake Dam?

Oasis Lake Dam is owned by OASIS CREEK RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oasis Lake Dam built?

Oasis Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Oasis Lake Dam?

Oasis Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Oasis Lake Dam last inspected?

Oasis Lake Dam was last inspected on October 10, 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.