Cawthorn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cawthorn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01860 |
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
FF BONNETT ET UX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cawthorn Lake Dam?
Cawthorn 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 Cawthorn Lake Dam?
Cawthorn Lake Dam is owned by FF BONNETT ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cawthorn Lake Dam built?
Cawthorn Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Cawthorn Lake Dam?
Cawthorn Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cawthorn Lake Dam?
Cawthorn 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.