Allen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Allen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03795 |
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
PAUL ALLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Allen Lake Dam?
Allen 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 Allen Lake Dam?
Allen Lake Dam is owned by PAUL ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Allen Lake Dam built?
Allen Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Allen Lake Dam?
Allen Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Allen Lake Dam?
Allen Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Allen Lake Dam last inspected?
Allen Lake Dam was last inspected on September 26, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.