Catarina Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Catarina Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02318 |
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
CATARINA LAKE DAM
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Catarina Lake Dam?
Catarina 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 Catarina Lake Dam?
Catarina Lake Dam is owned by CATARINA LAKE DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Catarina Lake Dam built?
Catarina Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Catarina Lake Dam?
Catarina 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 Catarina Lake Dam?
Catarina Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.