Blessing Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blessing Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 436 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00160 |
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
BLESSING HOLDINGS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blessing Lake Dam?
Blessing Lake 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 Blessing Lake Dam?
Blessing Lake Dam is owned by BLESSING HOLDINGS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blessing Lake Dam built?
Blessing Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Blessing Lake Dam?
Blessing 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 Blessing Lake Dam?
Blessing Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Blessing Lake Dam last inspected?
Blessing Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.