Flag Branch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Flag Branch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 455 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03434 |
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
LOUIS BEECHERL JR
Private
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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flag Branch Lake Dam?
Flag Branch 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 Flag Branch Lake Dam?
Flag Branch Lake Dam is owned by LOUIS BEECHERL JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flag Branch Lake Dam built?
Flag Branch Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Flag Branch Lake Dam?
Flag Branch 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 Flag Branch Lake Dam?
Flag Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Flag Branch Lake Dam last inspected?
Flag Branch Lake Dam was last inspected on September 9, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.