Fowler Dam
Key Takeaway
Fowler Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06046 |
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
CHARLES FOWLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fowler Dam?
Fowler 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 Fowler Dam?
Fowler Dam is owned by CHARLES FOWLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fowler Dam built?
Fowler Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Fowler Dam?
Fowler 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 Fowler Dam?
Fowler Dam has a dam height of 21 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.