Shelton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shelton Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 603 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 127 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19,501 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00206 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
COON CREEK CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shelton Lake Dam?
Shelton 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 Shelton Lake Dam?
Shelton Lake Dam is owned by COON CREEK CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shelton Lake Dam built?
Shelton Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Shelton Lake Dam?
Shelton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shelton Lake Dam?
Shelton Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Shelton Lake Dam last inspected?
Shelton Lake Dam was last inspected on December 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.