Drakes Branch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Drakes Branch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03764 |
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
DRAKES BRANCH LAKE DAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Drakes Branch Lake Dam?
Drakes Branch 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 Drakes Branch Lake Dam?
Drakes Branch Lake Dam is owned by DRAKES BRANCH LAKE DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Drakes Branch Lake Dam built?
Drakes Branch Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Drakes Branch Lake Dam?
Drakes Branch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Drakes Branch Lake Dam?
Drakes Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.