Aldenhoven Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Aldenhoven Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05175 |
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
CARL J ALDENHOVEN TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Aldenhoven Lake Dam?
Aldenhoven 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 Aldenhoven Lake Dam?
Aldenhoven Lake Dam is owned by CARL J ALDENHOVEN TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aldenhoven Lake Dam built?
Aldenhoven Lake 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 Aldenhoven Lake Dam?
Aldenhoven Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Aldenhoven Lake Dam?
Aldenhoven Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.