Deal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05369 |
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
CHARLES DEAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deal Lake Dam?
Deal 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 Deal Lake Dam?
Deal Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES DEAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deal Lake Dam built?
Deal Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Deal Lake Dam?
Deal 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 Deal Lake Dam?
Deal Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.