Bomer Lake Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 530 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06390 |
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
ELTON BOMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bomer Lake Dam No 2?
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 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 Bomer Lake Dam No 2?
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 is owned by ELTON BOMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bomer Lake Dam No 2 built?
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Bomer Lake Dam No 2?
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 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 Bomer Lake Dam No 2?
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 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 Bomer Lake Dam No 2 last inspected?
Bomer Lake Dam No 2 was last inspected on July 27, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.