Forest Springs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forest Springs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00039 |
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
DIXIE LAND CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forest Springs Lake Dam?
Forest Springs 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 Forest Springs Lake Dam?
Forest Springs Lake Dam is owned by DIXIE LAND CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forest Springs Lake Dam built?
Forest Springs Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Forest Springs Lake Dam?
Forest Springs 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 Forest Springs Lake Dam?
Forest Springs Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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.