Freeland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Freeland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05336 |
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
HOGAN LOFLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Freeland Lake Dam?
Freeland 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 Freeland Lake Dam?
Freeland Lake Dam is owned by HOGAN LOFLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freeland Lake Dam built?
Freeland Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Freeland Lake Dam?
Freeland Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Freeland Lake Dam?
Freeland Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Freeland Lake Dam last inspected?
Freeland Lake Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.