Arnold Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arnold Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05689 |
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
JO ARNOLD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold 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 Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold Lake Dam is owned by JO ARNOLD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arnold Lake Dam built?
Arnold Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.