Chisholm Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chisholm Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 267 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09608 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HURST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chisholm Park Lake Dam?
Chisholm Park Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chisholm Park Lake Dam?
Chisholm Park Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF HURST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chisholm Park Lake Dam built?
Chisholm Park Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Chisholm Park Lake Dam?
Chisholm Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.
When was Chisholm Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Chisholm Park Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.