Elberta Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Elberta Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00647 |
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
ELBERTA LAKE CLUB INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elberta Lake Dam?
Elberta 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 Elberta Lake Dam?
Elberta Lake Dam is owned by ELBERTA LAKE CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elberta Lake Dam built?
Elberta Lake Dam was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Elberta Lake Dam?
Elberta 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 Elberta Lake Dam?
Elberta Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Elberta Lake Dam last inspected?
Elberta Lake Dam was last inspected on November 16, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.