Lake Palo Pinto Dam
Texas — Palo Pinto County — PALO PINTO CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Palo Pinto |
| River | PALO PINTO CREEK |
| Coordinates | 32.64485, -98.27227 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 96 ft |
| Dam Height | 96 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,255 ft |
| NID Storage | 186,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 186,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,661 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 30, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF MINERAL WELLS;PALO PINTO COUNTY MWD 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.