Decker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Decker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 362 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 74 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07081 |
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
SCHWARTZ PAGE & HARDING LLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Decker Lake Dam?
Decker 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 Decker Lake Dam?
Decker Lake Dam is owned by SCHWARTZ PAGE & HARDING LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Decker Lake Dam built?
Decker Lake Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Decker Lake Dam?
Decker Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Decker Lake Dam?
Decker Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Decker Lake Dam last inspected?
Decker Lake Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.