Club 20 Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Club 20 Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 837 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02841 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
VAN ZANDT CLUB 20 INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Club 20 Lake Dam?
Club 20 Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Club 20 Lake Dam?
Club 20 Lake Dam is owned by VAN ZANDT CLUB 20 INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Club 20 Lake Dam built?
Club 20 Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Club 20 Lake Dam?
Club 20 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 Club 20 Lake Dam?
Club 20 Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Club 20 Lake Dam last inspected?
Club 20 Lake Dam was last inspected on January 3, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.