Alba Lakeshores Dam
Key Takeaway
Alba Lakeshores Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00943 |
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
ALBA LAKE SHORES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alba Lakeshores Dam?
Alba Lakeshores 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 Alba Lakeshores Dam?
Alba Lakeshores Dam is owned by ALBA LAKE SHORES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alba Lakeshores Dam built?
Alba Lakeshores Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Alba Lakeshores Dam?
Alba Lakeshores Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alba Lakeshores Dam?
Alba Lakeshores Dam has a dam height of 10 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.
When was Alba Lakeshores Dam last inspected?
Alba Lakeshores Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.