Bellwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bellwood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 162 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00252 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF TYLER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bellwood Lake Dam?
Bellwood Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bellwood Lake Dam?
Bellwood Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF TYLER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bellwood Lake Dam built?
Bellwood Lake Dam was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Bellwood Lake Dam?
Bellwood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bellwood Lake Dam?
Bellwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Bellwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Bellwood Lake Dam was last inspected on September 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.