Whitehead Dam

TR-LIPAN CREEK· Tom Green, Texas· Built 1974· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whitehead Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length1,020 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDTX03135

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
Last Inspection: July 9, 1975
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WHITEHEAD PROPERTIES INCORPORATED

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whitehead Dam?

Whitehead 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 Whitehead Dam?

Whitehead Dam is owned by WHITEHEAD PROPERTIES INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Whitehead Dam built?

Whitehead Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Whitehead Dam?

Whitehead Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Whitehead Dam?

Whitehead Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Whitehead Dam last inspected?

Whitehead Dam was last inspected on July 9, 1975. 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.