Boes Ski Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boes Ski Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 169 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09651 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Boes Ski Lake Dam?
Boes Ski 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 Boes Ski Lake Dam?
Boes Ski Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boes Ski Lake Dam built?
Boes Ski Lake Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Boes Ski Lake Dam?
Boes Ski Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Boes Ski Lake Dam last inspected?
Boes Ski Lake Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.