Grace Lake Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Grace Lake Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 577 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03192 |
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
JACK GRACE EST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grace Lake Dam No 1?
Grace Lake Dam No 1 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 Grace Lake Dam No 1?
Grace Lake Dam No 1 is owned by JACK GRACE EST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grace Lake Dam No 1 built?
Grace Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Grace Lake Dam No 1?
Grace Lake Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Grace Lake Dam No 1?
Grace Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 39 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 Grace Lake Dam No 1 last inspected?
Grace Lake Dam No 1 was last inspected on August 24, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.