Colwell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Colwell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05405 |
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
ROBERT COLWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Colwell Lake Dam?
Colwell 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 Colwell Lake Dam?
Colwell Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT COLWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Colwell Lake Dam built?
Colwell Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Colwell Lake Dam?
Colwell Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.