Wildbriar Lake Dam

Dallas, Texas· Earth· 18 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Wildbriar Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,120 cfs
NID IDTX09649

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

BLAKE BLOOMFIELD;CJ WHEELER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wildbriar Lake Dam?

Wildbriar 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 Wildbriar Lake Dam?

Wildbriar Lake Dam is owned by BLAKE BLOOMFIELD;CJ WHEELER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Wildbriar Lake Dam?

Wildbriar Lake 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 Wildbriar Lake Dam last inspected?

Wildbriar Lake Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2018. 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.