Clonts Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clonts Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01421 |
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
SAM E CLONTS ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clonts Lake Dam?
Clonts 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 Clonts Lake Dam?
Clonts Lake Dam is owned by SAM E CLONTS ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clonts Lake Dam built?
Clonts Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Clonts Lake Dam?
Clonts Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clonts Lake Dam?
Clonts Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.