Boot Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boot Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07325 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EVA WITTERSTAETTER;RICK FALCON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boot Lake Dam?
Boot Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Boot Lake Dam?
Boot Lake Dam is owned by EVA WITTERSTAETTER;RICK FALCON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boot Lake Dam built?
Boot Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Boot Lake Dam?
Boot Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Boot Lake Dam last inspected?
Boot Lake Dam was last inspected on November 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.