Lake Sweetwater Dam
Texas — Nolan County — BITTER & COTTONWOOD CREEKS
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Nolan |
| River | BITTER & COTTONWOOD CREEKS |
| Coordinates | 32.43910, -100.30615 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 69 ft |
| Dam Height | 58 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,030 ft |
| NID Storage | 19,340 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 19,340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 588 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 1, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF SWEETWATER |
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.