Dullnig Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dullnig Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02314 |
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
SUTTY DULLNIG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dullnig Lake Dam?
Dullnig 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 Dullnig Lake Dam?
Dullnig Lake Dam is owned by SUTTY DULLNIG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dullnig Lake Dam built?
Dullnig Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Dullnig Lake Dam?
Dullnig 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 Dullnig Lake Dam?
Dullnig Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.