Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05320 |
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
DUNBAR CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam?
Dunbar Cattle 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 Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam?
Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam is owned by DUNBAR CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam built?
Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam?
Dunbar Cattle Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.