Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06163 |
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
J BICKERSON;P WEATHERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam?
Bickerson and Weathers 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 Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam?
Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam is owned by J BICKERSON;P WEATHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam built?
Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam?
Bickerson and Weathers Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.