Columbian Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Columbian Club Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00834 |
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
THE HONORS GOLF CLUB DALLAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Columbian Club Lake Dam?
Columbian Club 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 Columbian Club Lake Dam?
Columbian Club Lake Dam is owned by THE HONORS GOLF CLUB DALLAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Columbian Club Lake Dam built?
Columbian Club Lake Dam was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Columbian Club Lake Dam?
Columbian Club 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 Columbian Club Lake Dam?
Columbian Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Columbian Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Columbian Club Lake Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.