Flag Lake Levee
Key Takeaway
Flag Lake Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 11,068 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 530 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06298 |
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
BAR X DEVELOPMENT
Private
Nearby Dams
Griffith Reservoir Levee
Brazoria, TX
Low Hazard 11 ftBintliff Lake Levee
Brazoria, TX
Low Hazard 7 ftPappas Lakes and Lodge Levee
Brazoria, TX
Significant Hazard 10 ftLagoon Reservoir Dam
Brazoria, TX
Significant Hazard 9 ftBrazoria Reservoir Dam
Brazoria, TX
High Hazard 20 ftDacus Lake Dam
Brazoria, TX
High Hazard 9 ftColumbia Lakes Reservoir Dam
Brazoria, TX
High Hazard 10 ftMallard Lake Club Dam
Brazoria, TX
Significant Hazard 7 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flag Lake Levee?
Flag Lake Levee 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 Lake Levee?
Flag Lake Levee is owned by BAR X DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flag Lake Levee built?
Flag Lake Levee was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Lake Levee?
Flag Lake Levee 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 Lake Levee?
Flag Lake Levee has a dam height of 8 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.