Wells Lake Dam No 3

UN TR-GRAVEYARD BRAN· Wood, Texas· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wells Lake Dam No 3 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX)
Dam Length415 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX07055

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: May 5, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WELLS LAND & CATTLE COMPANY INC

Private

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Wells Dam No 5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wells Lake Dam No 3?

Wells Lake Dam No 3 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 Wells Lake Dam No 3?

Wells Lake Dam No 3 is owned by WELLS LAND & CATTLE COMPANY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wells Lake Dam No 3?

Wells Lake Dam No 3 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wells Lake Dam No 3?

Wells Lake Dam No 3 has a dam height of 17 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 Wells Lake Dam No 3 last inspected?

Wells Lake Dam No 3 was last inspected on May 5, 2009. 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.