Barnett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05026 |
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
DELTON BARNETT ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett 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 Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam is owned by DELTON BARNETT ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnett Lake Dam built?
Barnett Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barnett Lake Dam?
Barnett Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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.