Carroll Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carroll Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02647 |
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
JD CARROLL ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carroll Lake Dam?
Carroll 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 Carroll Lake Dam?
Carroll Lake Dam is owned by JD CARROLL ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carroll Lake Dam built?
Carroll Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Carroll Lake Dam?
Carroll Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carroll Lake Dam?
Carroll Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.