Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Valley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 55 ft (taller than 95.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,080 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00418 |
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
PAUL DUBOSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Valley Lake Dam?
Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Valley Lake Dam is owned by PAUL DUBOSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valley Lake Dam built?
Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Valley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Valley Lake Dam?
Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.