Bland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,818 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03968 |
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
JOHN FISHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bland Lake Dam?
Bland 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 Bland Lake Dam?
Bland Lake Dam is owned by JOHN FISHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bland Lake Dam built?
Bland Lake Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Bland Lake Dam?
Bland Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bland Lake Dam?
Bland Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Bland Lake Dam last inspected?
Bland Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.