Bingham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bingham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05939 |
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
GEORGE BINGHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bingham Lake Dam?
Bingham 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 Bingham Lake Dam?
Bingham Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE BINGHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bingham Lake Dam built?
Bingham Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Bingham Lake Dam?
Bingham Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bingham Lake Dam?
Bingham 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.
When was Bingham Lake Dam last inspected?
Bingham Lake Dam was last inspected on April 17, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.