Ballasetal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ballasetal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01437 |
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
GEORGE BALLAS ETAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ballasetal Lake Dam?
Ballasetal 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 Ballasetal Lake Dam?
Ballasetal Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE BALLAS ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ballasetal Lake Dam built?
Ballasetal Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Ballasetal Lake Dam?
Ballasetal 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 Ballasetal Lake Dam?
Ballasetal Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.