Prouty Lake Dam

TRIB OF DUCK CREEK· Smith, Texas· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Prouty Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX)
Dam Length351 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX07276

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 21, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PAMELA PROUTY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Prouty Lake Dam?

Prouty Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Prouty Lake Dam?

Prouty Lake Dam is owned by PAMELA PROUTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Prouty Lake Dam?

Prouty Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Prouty Lake Dam last inspected?

Prouty Lake Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2009. 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.