Burson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 93.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02531 |
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
TONY BURSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burson Lake Dam?
Burson 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 Burson Lake Dam?
Burson Lake Dam is owned by TONY BURSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burson Lake Dam built?
Burson Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Burson Lake Dam?
Burson 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 Burson Lake Dam?
Burson Lake Dam has a dam height of 50 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.