Double A Lake 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Double A Lake 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04856 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHARLES WELLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Double A Lake 1 Dam?
Double A Lake 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Double A Lake 1 Dam?
Double A Lake 1 Dam is owned by CHARLES WELLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Double A Lake 1 Dam built?
Double A Lake 1 Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Double A Lake 1 Dam?
Double A Lake 1 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 Double A Lake 1 Dam?
Double A Lake 1 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Double A Lake 1 Dam last inspected?
Double A Lake 1 Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.