Centerpoint Dam
Key Takeaway
Centerpoint Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 397 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,780 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07535 |
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
LAZY OAKS RANCH LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Centerpoint Dam?
Centerpoint 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 Centerpoint Dam?
Centerpoint Dam is owned by LAZY OAKS RANCH LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Centerpoint Dam?
Centerpoint Dam has a dam height of 25 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.