Abernathy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Abernathy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05217 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FRANK ABERNATHY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Abernathy Lake Dam?
Abernathy Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Abernathy Lake Dam?
Abernathy Lake Dam is owned by FRANK ABERNATHY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Abernathy Lake Dam built?
Abernathy Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Abernathy Lake Dam?
Abernathy Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Abernathy Lake Dam?
Abernathy Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.