Duck Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Duck Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 17,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01771 |
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
OXY PETROCHEMICALS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duck Lake Dam?
Duck 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 Duck Lake Dam?
Duck Lake Dam is owned by OXY PETROCHEMICALS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duck Lake Dam built?
Duck Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Duck Lake Dam?
Duck Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duck Lake Dam?
Duck Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Duck Lake Dam last inspected?
Duck Lake Dam was last inspected on March 9, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.