Bar Chase Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bar Chase Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,905 cfs |
| NID ID | TX06988 |
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
BAR K LAND COMPANY LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bar Chase Lake Dam?
Bar Chase 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 Bar Chase Lake Dam?
Bar Chase Lake Dam is owned by BAR K LAND COMPANY LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bar Chase Lake Dam?
Bar Chase 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 Bar Chase Lake Dam?
Bar Chase Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Bar Chase Lake Dam last inspected?
Bar Chase Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.