Comanche Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Comanche Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03658 |
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
EWING HALSELL FOUNDATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Comanche Lake Dam?
Comanche 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 Comanche Lake Dam?
Comanche Lake Dam is owned by EWING HALSELL FOUNDATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Comanche Lake Dam built?
Comanche Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Comanche Lake Dam?
Comanche Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Comanche Lake Dam?
Comanche Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Comanche Lake Dam last inspected?
Comanche Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.