Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04863 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FRONIE SHELTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam?
Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam?
Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam is owned by FRONIE SHELTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam built?
Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam?
Big Lake Los Manzanos 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 Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam?
Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam last inspected?
Big Lake Los Manzanos Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.