Colonial House Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Colonial House Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,067 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,515 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00598 |
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 CARROLLTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Colonial House Lake Dam?
Colonial House 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 Colonial House Lake Dam?
Colonial House Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF CARROLLTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Colonial House Lake Dam built?
Colonial House Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Colonial House Lake Dam?
Colonial House Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Colonial House Lake Dam?
Colonial House Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Colonial House Lake Dam last inspected?
Colonial House Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.