Sunset Lake Dam

Texas, Walker County, MCDONALD CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyWalker
RiverMCDONALD CREEK
Coordinates30.64636, -95.57976

Physical Characteristics

NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length850 ft
NID Storage960 acre-ft
Max Storage960 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 18, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1951
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSUNSET LAKE CLUB

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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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