Corlay Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Corlay Lake No 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 402 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07301 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CORLAY COMPANY LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Corlay Lake No 1 Dam?
Corlay Lake No 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Corlay Lake No 1 Dam?
Corlay Lake No 1 Dam is owned by CORLAY COMPANY LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Corlay Lake No 1 Dam built?
Corlay Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Corlay Lake No 1 Dam?
Corlay Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Corlay Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
Corlay Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.