Duke Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Duke Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 784 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05164 |
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
WD DUKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duke Lake Dam?
Duke 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 Duke Lake Dam?
Duke Lake Dam is owned by WD DUKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duke Lake Dam built?
Duke Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Duke Lake Dam?
Duke Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.