Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06977 |
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
17 LAKES LIMITED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 2 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 Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam is owned by 17 LAKES LIMITED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam built?
Brookstone Lake No 2 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 2 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 2 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 2 Dam?
Brookstone Lake No 2 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 Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam last inspected?
Brookstone Lake No 2 Dam was last inspected on November 25, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.