Campbell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Campbell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03948 |
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
MARK CAMPBELL ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Campbell Lake Dam?
Campbell 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 Campbell Lake Dam?
Campbell Lake Dam is owned by MARK CAMPBELL ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campbell Lake Dam built?
Campbell Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Campbell Lake Dam?
Campbell Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Campbell Lake Dam?
Campbell Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.