P H Tischhauser Lake Dam

TR OF YSLETA CREEK· Nacogdoches, Texas· Built 1956· Earth· 33 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

P H Tischhauser Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX)
Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage151 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDTX03866

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

DEBORAH TABB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of P H Tischhauser Lake Dam?

P H Tischhauser Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates P H Tischhauser Lake Dam?

P H Tischhauser Lake Dam is owned by DEBORAH TABB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was P H Tischhauser Lake Dam built?

P H Tischhauser 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 P H Tischhauser Lake Dam?

P H Tischhauser 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 P H Tischhauser Lake Dam?

P H Tischhauser Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 P H Tischhauser Lake Dam last inspected?

P H Tischhauser Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2022. 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.