Teague City Lake Dam

HOLMAN CREEK· Freestone, Texas· Built 1953· Earth· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Teague City Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX)
Dam Length1,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.2K acre-ft
Surface Area129 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge14,892 cfs
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDTX00687

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF TEAGUE

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Teague City Lake Dam?

Teague City Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Teague City Lake Dam?

Teague City Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF TEAGUE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Teague City Lake Dam built?

Teague City Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Teague City Lake Dam?

Teague City 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 Teague City Lake Dam?

Teague City Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Teague City Lake Dam last inspected?

Teague City Lake Dam was last inspected on February 5, 2021. 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.