Canyon Lake Dam - Dike A

Comal County, Texas (near NEW BRAUNFELS)

River/Stream: GUADALUPE RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
224 ft
Dam Length
4,410 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,208,350 acre-ft
Year Completed
1964
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
502,800 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2023-02-02

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
TX08017
State
Texas (TX)
Coordinates
29.84982, -98.20784
Age
62 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.