Wolf Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wolf Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 957 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00162 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF PALESTINE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wolf Creek Lake Dam?
Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek Lake Dam?
Wolf Creek Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF PALESTINE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf Creek Lake Dam built?
Wolf Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Wolf Creek Lake Dam?
Wolf Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wolf Creek Lake Dam?
Wolf Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wolf Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Wolf Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.