Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,657 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07030 |
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
CITY OF WATAUGA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam?
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake 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 Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam?
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF WATAUGA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam built?
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam?
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam?
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam last inspected?
Capp Smith Park Retention Lake Dam was last inspected on June 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.