Boynton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boynton Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 771 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02331 |
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
ZAVALA DIMMIT CO WID 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Boynton Lake Dam?
Boynton 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 Boynton Lake Dam?
Boynton Lake Dam is owned by ZAVALA DIMMIT CO WID 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boynton Lake Dam built?
Boynton Lake Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Boynton Lake Dam?
Boynton 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 Boynton Lake Dam?
Boynton Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Boynton Lake Dam last inspected?
Boynton Lake Dam was last inspected on February 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.