Burleson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burleson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 791 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00679 |
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
BURLESON LAKE SHAREHOLDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burleson Lake Dam?
Burleson 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 Burleson Lake Dam?
Burleson Lake Dam is owned by BURLESON LAKE SHAREHOLDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burleson Lake Dam built?
Burleson Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Burleson Lake Dam?
Burleson Lake 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 Burleson Lake Dam?
Burleson Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Burleson Lake Dam last inspected?
Burleson Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.