Parker Estate Lake Dam

OFF CH-TR-WICHITA RIVER· Clay, Texas· Built 1957· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Parker Estate Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Dam Length510 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDTX04677

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

BURNS AND SON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parker Estate Lake Dam?

Parker Estate 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 Parker Estate Lake Dam?

Parker Estate Lake Dam is owned by BURNS AND SON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Parker Estate Lake Dam built?

Parker Estate Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Parker Estate Lake Dam?

Parker Estate 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 Parker Estate Lake Dam?

Parker Estate Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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.