Azalea Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Azalea Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04635 |
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
ELKINS LAKE RECREATION CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Azalea Lake Dam?
Azalea 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 Azalea Lake Dam?
Azalea Lake Dam is owned by ELKINS LAKE RECREATION CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Azalea Lake Dam built?
Azalea Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Azalea Lake Dam?
Azalea Lake 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 Azalea Lake Dam?
Azalea 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 Azalea Lake Dam last inspected?
Azalea Lake Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.