Berry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00649 |
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
CHARLES BERRY JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berry Lake Dam?
Berry 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 Berry Lake Dam?
Berry Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES BERRY JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berry Lake Dam built?
Berry Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Berry Lake Dam?
Berry Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.