Boyd Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boyd Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01423 |
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
AK BOYD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd 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 Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd Lake Dam is owned by AK BOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boyd Lake Dam built?
Boyd Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Boyd Lake Dam last inspected?
Boyd Lake Dam was last inspected on August 18, 1969. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.