Rusk City Lake Dam

COLLEGE CREEK· Cherokee, Texas· Earth· 36 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rusk City Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation. 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	36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX)
Dam Length	550 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	298 acre-ft
Normal Storage	203 acre-ft

Surface Area	23 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	1 cfs
NID ID	TX04857

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: May 8, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KEITH ISAACS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rusk City Lake Dam?

Rusk City 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 Rusk City Lake Dam?

Rusk City Lake Dam is owned by KEITH ISAACS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rusk City Lake Dam?

Rusk City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rusk City Lake Dam?

Rusk City Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Rusk City Lake Dam last inspected?

Rusk City Lake Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2018. 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.