Wallisville Lock And Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wallisville Lock and Dam, located in Chambers, Texas, along the Trinity River, was completed in 2000 by the US Army Corps of Engineers.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at 16 feet tall and spans 30,000 feet, with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, as well as for Recreation and Water Supply. The dam has a NID storage capacity of 45,600 acre-feet and features a Controlled spillway with a width of 184 feet.

The dam's hazard potential is classified as Significant, with a very high risk assessment rating. Despite this, the US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages dam-related flood risks by monitoring the structure's condition, prioritizing risk-reducing activities, and working with local emergency managers to develop emergency action plans and evacuation procedures. Regular maintenance and repairs are conducted to ensure the dam's structural integrity and function.

As part of the risk management measures, the US Army Corps of Engineers engages with the community to raise awareness of the dam and promote readiness for potential dam-related emergencies. With a focus on ensuring public safety and efficient dam operation, ongoing efforts are in place to address potential flood risks associated with the Wallisville Lock and Dam.

Year Completed

2000

Dam Length

30000

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TRINITY RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Length Of Locks

600

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

17969

Nid Storage

45600

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Tainter (radial) - 0

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.