Old Lake Dam

TR-EAST FORK LITTLE WICHITA R· Clay, Texas· Built 1956· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Old Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX)
Dam Length399 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDTX04666

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RANDY HAPGOOD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Lake Dam?

Old 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 Old Lake Dam?

Old Lake Dam is owned by RANDY HAPGOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Old Lake Dam built?

Old Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Old Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Old Lake Dam?

Old Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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.

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.