Antelope Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Antelope Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 91.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 780 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02138 |
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
BERT WHEELER CAMP COOLEY RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Antelope Lake Dam?
Antelope 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 Antelope Lake Dam?
Antelope Lake Dam is owned by BERT WHEELER CAMP COOLEY RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Antelope Lake Dam built?
Antelope Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Antelope Lake Dam?
Antelope Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Antelope Lake Dam?
Antelope Lake Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Antelope Lake Dam last inspected?
Antelope Lake Dam was last inspected on February 15, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.