Farias Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Farias Farm Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02268 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BARBARA FASKEN
Private
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High Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Farias Farm Lake Dam?
Farias Farm Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Farias Farm Lake Dam?
Farias Farm Lake Dam is owned by BARBARA FASKEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farias Farm Lake Dam built?
Farias Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Farias Farm Lake Dam?
Farias Farm 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 Farias Farm Lake Dam?
Farias Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Farias Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Farias Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.