Billups Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Billups Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03237 |
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
LYNN BILLUPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Billups Lake Dam?
Billups 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 Billups Lake Dam?
Billups Lake Dam is owned by LYNN BILLUPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Billups Lake Dam built?
Billups Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Billups Lake Dam?
Billups Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Billups Lake Dam last inspected?
Billups Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.