Pass Lake Dam

SYCAMORE CREEK· Erath, Texas· Built 1961· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Pass Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDTX05009

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 PACK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pass Lake Dam?

Pass 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 Pass Lake Dam?

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

When was Pass Lake Dam built?

Pass Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Pass Lake Dam?

Pass 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 Pass Lake Dam?

Pass Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.