Daniel Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Daniel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03912 |
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
HOUSTON DANIEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daniel Lake Dam?
Daniel 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 Daniel Lake Dam?
Daniel Lake Dam is owned by HOUSTON DANIEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daniel Lake Dam built?
Daniel Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Daniel Lake Dam?
Daniel 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 Daniel Lake Dam?
Daniel Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Daniel Lake Dam last inspected?
Daniel Lake Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.