Segler Lake Dam

TR-BUCK BRANCH· Caldwell, Texas· Built 1973· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Segler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDTX05685

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

HAROLD SEGLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Segler Lake Dam?

Segler 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 Segler Lake Dam?

Segler Lake Dam is owned by HAROLD SEGLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Segler Lake Dam built?

Segler Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Segler Lake Dam?

Segler Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Segler Lake Dam?

Segler Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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.