Powell Lake Dam
Texas — Howard County — POWELL CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Howard |
| River | POWELL CREEK |
| Coordinates | 32.20929, -101.26898 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,160 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,988 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,988 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 163 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 11, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1939 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | COLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT |
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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.