Dragert Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dragert Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 916 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00227 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FORKED LAKE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dragert Lake Dam?
Dragert Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dragert Lake Dam?
Dragert Lake Dam is owned by FORKED LAKE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dragert Lake Dam built?
Dragert Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Dragert Lake Dam?
Dragert Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dragert Lake Dam?
Dragert Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Dragert Lake Dam last inspected?
Dragert Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.