Evans Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Evans Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00632 |
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
PATRICIA EVANS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Evans Lake Dam?
Evans 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 Evans Lake Dam?
Evans Lake Dam is owned by PATRICIA EVANS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Evans Lake Dam built?
Evans Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Evans Lake Dam?
Evans 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 Evans Lake Dam?
Evans Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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.