Conner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Conner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01395 |
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
CONNER AND ODEM INVESTMENTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Conner Lake Dam?
Conner 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 Conner Lake Dam?
Conner Lake Dam is owned by CONNER AND ODEM INVESTMENTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Conner Lake Dam built?
Conner 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 Conner Lake Dam?
Conner 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 Conner Lake Dam?
Conner Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.