Division Lake Levee
Key Takeaway
Division Lake Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 696 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 696 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 87 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01766 |
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
CBLWC ST DIVISION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Division Lake Levee?
Division Lake Levee 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 Division Lake Levee?
Division Lake Levee is owned by CBLWC ST DIVISION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Division Lake Levee built?
Division Lake Levee was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Division Lake Levee?
Division Lake Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Division Lake Levee?
Division Lake Levee has a dam height of 8 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.