Bobbitt Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bobbitt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02824 |
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
BOBBITT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bobbitt Lake Dam?
Bobbitt 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 Bobbitt Lake Dam?
Bobbitt Lake Dam is owned by BOBBITT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bobbitt Lake Dam built?
Bobbitt Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Bobbitt Lake Dam?
Bobbitt Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bobbitt Lake Dam?
Bobbitt Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.