Katy Lake Dam

High HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyEllis
Nearest CityWAXAHACHIE
River/StreamPRINCE BRANCH
Coordinates32.40262, -96.86092

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length1,310 ft
Year Completed1902 (124 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage87 acre-ft
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge7,809 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerKATY LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection11/12/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX01279
Federal IDTX01279
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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