Lake Timpson Dam
Texas — Shelby County — BLACKWATER CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Shelby |
| River | BLACKWATER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 31.84440, -94.42889 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,480 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,280 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 3, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1956 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | SHELBY COUNTY FWSD 1 |
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.