Beaver Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,001 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00150 |
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
BRIAR LAKES RANCH LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver 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 Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam is owned by BRIAR LAKES RANCH LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Lake Dam built?
Beaver Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver 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 Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Beaver Lake Dam last inspected?
Beaver Lake Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.