Fields Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fields Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02867 |
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
WC FIELDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fields Lake Dam?
Fields 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 Fields Lake Dam?
Fields Lake Dam is owned by WC FIELDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fields Lake Dam built?
Fields Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Fields Lake Dam?
Fields Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fields Lake Dam?
Fields Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.