Ellisor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ellisor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 526 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 391 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04283 |
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
FIVE LAKE AND ONE LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ellisor Lake Dam?
Ellisor 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 Ellisor Lake Dam?
Ellisor Lake Dam is owned by FIVE LAKE AND ONE LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ellisor Lake Dam built?
Ellisor Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Ellisor Lake Dam?
Ellisor Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ellisor Lake Dam?
Ellisor Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Ellisor Lake Dam last inspected?
Ellisor Lake Dam was last inspected on November 12, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.