Smith Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY OF SULPHUR CREEK· Grimes, Texas· Built 2010· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Smith Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX)
Dam Length1,310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.1K acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,688 cfs
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDTX07288

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
Last Inspection: September 15, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KIM R SMITH LOGGING INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith Lake Dam?

Smith 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 Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is owned by KIM R SMITH LOGGING INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith Lake Dam built?

Smith Lake Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Smith Lake Dam last inspected?

Smith Lake Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2010. 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.