Ernst Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ernst Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06675 |
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
ELWOOD ERNST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ernst Lake Dam?
Ernst 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 Ernst Lake Dam?
Ernst Lake Dam is owned by ELWOOD ERNST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ernst Lake Dam built?
Ernst Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Ernst Lake Dam?
Ernst Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ernst Lake Dam?
Ernst Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.