T and P Lake Dam

TR-RICE CREEK· Bowie, Texas· Built 1915· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

T and P Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX)
Dam Length570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)
NID IDTX00361

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF NEW BOSTON

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of T and P Lake Dam?

T and P 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 T and P Lake Dam?

T and P Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF NEW BOSTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was T and P Lake Dam built?

T and P Lake Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 T and P Lake Dam?

T and P 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 T and P Lake Dam?

T and P Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.