Lake Happy Dam

Texas, Kerr County, TR-GUADALUPE RIVER

Location

StateTexas
CountyKerr
RiverTR-GUADALUPE RIVER
Coordinates30.04364, -99.15767

Physical Characteristics

NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length810 ft
NID Storage84 acre-ft
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 12, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1974
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerKERRVILLE STATE HOSPITAL

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.

Back to All Dams More Dams in Texas