Falls Cattle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Falls Cattle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 191 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,608 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01039 |
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
WILLIAM HOBBY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Falls Cattle Lake Dam?
Falls Cattle 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 Falls Cattle Lake Dam?
Falls Cattle Lake Dam is owned by WILLIAM HOBBY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Falls Cattle Lake Dam built?
Falls Cattle 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.
How tall is Falls Cattle Lake Dam?
Falls Cattle Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Falls Cattle Lake Dam last inspected?
Falls Cattle Lake Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.