Carlson Lake Levee
Key Takeaway
Carlson Lake Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 16,840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 920 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 644 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03783 |
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
VERN CARLSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carlson Lake Levee?
Carlson Lake Levee 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 Carlson Lake Levee?
Carlson Lake Levee is owned by VERN CARLSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carlson Lake Levee built?
Carlson Lake Levee was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Carlson Lake Levee?
Carlson Lake Levee 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 Carlson Lake Levee?
Carlson Lake Levee has a dam height of 10 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.