Eagle Canyon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle Canyon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 374 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05081 |
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
ADREN L MARTIN FAMILY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Canyon Lake Dam?
Eagle Canyon 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 Eagle Canyon Lake Dam?
Eagle Canyon Lake Dam is owned by ADREN L MARTIN FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Canyon Lake Dam built?
Eagle Canyon Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Eagle Canyon Lake Dam?
Eagle Canyon Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eagle Canyon Lake Dam?
Eagle Canyon Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Eagle Canyon Lake Dam last inspected?
Eagle Canyon Lake Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.