Farrells Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Farrells Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00126 |
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
CHARLES FARRELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Farrells Lake Dam?
Farrells 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 Farrells Lake Dam?
Farrells Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES FARRELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farrells Lake Dam built?
Farrells Lake Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Farrells Lake Dam?
Farrells 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 Farrells Lake Dam?
Farrells Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.