Fosdic Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fosdic Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04416 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF FORT WORTH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fosdic Lake Dam?
Fosdic Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fosdic Lake Dam?
Fosdic Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF FORT WORTH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fosdic Lake Dam built?
Fosdic Lake Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Fosdic Lake Dam?
Fosdic 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 Fosdic Lake Dam?
Fosdic Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Fosdic Lake Dam last inspected?
Fosdic Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.