Vanderslice Lake Dam

Wood, Texas· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Vanderslice Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Max Discharge77 cfs
NID IDTX09689

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: March 10, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

KATHRYN MAYFIELD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vanderslice Lake Dam?

Vanderslice 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 Vanderslice Lake Dam?

Vanderslice Lake Dam is owned by KATHRYN MAYFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Vanderslice Lake Dam?

Vanderslice Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Vanderslice Lake Dam last inspected?

Vanderslice Lake Dam was last inspected on March 10, 2015. 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.