Fairfield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fairfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 77 ft (taller than 98.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,350 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 62,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00692 |
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
LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield 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 Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield Lake Dam is owned by LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairfield Lake Dam built?
Fairfield Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 77 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 Fairfield Lake Dam last inspected?
Fairfield Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.