Charles Wheeler Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Wheeler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,243 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07237 |
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
CHARLES WHELLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Wheeler Lake Dam?
Charles Wheeler 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 Charles Wheeler Lake Dam?
Charles Wheeler Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES WHELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Wheeler Lake Dam built?
Charles Wheeler Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Charles Wheeler Lake Dam?
Charles Wheeler 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.