Felix Stephens Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Felix Stephens Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05051 |
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
FELIX STEPHENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Felix Stephens Lake Dam?
Felix Stephens 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 Felix Stephens Lake Dam?
Felix Stephens Lake Dam is owned by FELIX STEPHENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Felix Stephens Lake Dam built?
Felix Stephens Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Felix Stephens Lake Dam?
Felix Stephens Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Felix Stephens Lake Dam?
Felix Stephens Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Felix Stephens Lake Dam last inspected?
Felix Stephens Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.