Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,740 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06979 |
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
SEVENTEEN LAKES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 18 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 Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam is owned by SEVENTEEN LAKES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam built?
Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam 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 Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam last inspected?
Brookstone Lake No 18 Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.