Balihai Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Balihai Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05877 |
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
ROBERT VINSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Balihai Lake Dam?
Balihai 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 Balihai Lake Dam?
Balihai Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT VINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Balihai Lake Dam built?
Balihai Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Balihai Lake Dam?
Balihai 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 Balihai Lake Dam?
Balihai Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Balihai Lake Dam last inspected?
Balihai Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.