Baca Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baca Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04447 |
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
LOUIS BACA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baca Lake Dam?
Baca 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 Baca Lake Dam?
Baca Lake Dam is owned by LOUIS BACA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baca Lake Dam built?
Baca Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Baca Lake Dam?
Baca Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baca Lake Dam?
Baca Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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.