Walker Lake Dam

Texas — Newton County — TR-BIG COW CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyNewton
RiverTR-BIG COW CREEK
Coordinates30.78825, -93.80125

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length800 ft
NID Storage175 acre-ft
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 3, 2009
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1952
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerWALKER LUMBER COMPANY

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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.

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