Dye Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dye Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05472 |
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
MORRIS DYE
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dye Lake Dam?
Dye 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 Dye Lake Dam?
Dye Lake Dam is owned by MORRIS DYE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dye Lake Dam built?
Dye Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Dye Lake Dam?
Dye Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dye Lake Dam?
Dye 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.