Dams in Waller County, Texas
10Total Dams
1High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Waller County, Texas
Waller County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Waller County is 59 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Schenck Lake Dam at 27 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Dam | High | Unsatisfactory | 15 | Recreation | 1961 |
| Star Of Hope Mission Lake Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 15 | Recreation | 1974 |
| Schenck Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 27 | Recreation | 1980 |
| Onstead Gss | Low | Not Rated | 21 | 1974 | |
| Club Lakeview Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 1962 |
| Fife Gss | Low | Not Rated | 19 | Recreation | 1965 |
| Becker Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 19 | Recreation | 1961 |
| Dodd Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Water Supply | 1960 |
| Tennwood Club Dam | Low | Not Rated | 9 | Irrigation | 1962 |
| Nelson Lake Levee | Low | Not Rated | 9 | Irrigation | 1971 |