Spring Lake Dam

CHINQUAPIN BRANCH· Van Zandt, Texas· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is water supply. 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 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage478 acre-ft
Normal Storage223 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,166 cfs
NID IDTX02842

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: Yes
Last Inspection: July 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

HENRY LEWIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is owned by HENRY LEWIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?

Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2022. 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.