Wind Lake Farm Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF LAKE CREEK· Grimes, Texas· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Wind Lake Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX07466

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: May 6, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LINDA HOOPER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wind Lake Farm Dam?

Wind Lake Farm 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 Wind Lake Farm Dam?

Wind Lake Farm Dam is owned by LINDA HOOPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Wind Lake Farm Dam?

Wind Lake Farm Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Wind Lake Farm Dam last inspected?

Wind Lake Farm Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2014. 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.