Voss Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Alcoa Lake Dam E Area End Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Voss Lake Dam, located in Milam, Texas, was completed in 1974 and stands at a height of 28 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, primarily used for purposes other than flood control, has a maximum storage capacity of 146 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. With a surface area of 8 acres and a length of 830 feet, Voss Lake Dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of TR-Brushy Creek.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Voss Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its hazard potential and the lack of a condition rating. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's risk assessment has been classified as High (2). The structure's emergency action plan status, as well as its risk management measures, remain unknown, raising concerns among water resource and climate enthusiasts about the dam's ability to withstand potential disasters.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor Voss Lake Dam, its lack of state oversight and unclear risk management strategies raise red flags about its ability to withstand extreme weather events. With a high risk classification and limited information on emergency preparedness, the dam's condition assessment and hazard potential present ongoing challenges for those invested in the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
830 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
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156cfs |
San Gabriel Rv At Laneport
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8cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
|
159cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
Willis Ck Nr Granger
|
0cfs |
E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Voss Lake Dam