Dams in Kleberg County, Texas
5Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Kleberg County, Texas
Kleberg County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Kleberg County is 79 years old. The most common purpose is fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. The tallest dam is Dairy Barn Lake Dam at 21 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dairy Barn Lake Dam | High | Fair | 21 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1937 |
| Tranquitas Lake Dam | High | Fair | 18 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1938 |
| Escondido Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 18 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1938 |
| Falcon Chiquita Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 18 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1952 |
| Dick Kleberg Park Dam | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | 1968 |