Walker Lake Dam
Texas — Hidalgo County — TRIBUTARY OF RIO GRANDE
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hidalgo |
| River | TRIBUTARY OF RIO GRANDE |
| Coordinates | 26.23315, -98.46971 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,495 ft |
| NID Storage | 798 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 798 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 116 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 2, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1927 |
| Primary Purpose | — |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT 6 |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.