Currie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Currie Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03246 |
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
LYLE CURRIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Currie Lake Dam?
Currie 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 Currie Lake Dam?
Currie Lake Dam is owned by LYLE CURRIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Currie Lake Dam built?
Currie Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Currie Lake Dam?
Currie Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Currie Lake Dam?
Currie Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.