Baker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,081 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05498 |
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
LESLIE BAKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker Lake Dam?
Baker 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 Baker Lake Dam?
Baker Lake Dam is owned by LESLIE BAKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker Lake Dam built?
Baker Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Baker Lake Dam?
Baker Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baker Lake Dam?
Baker Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.