Green Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 564 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 221 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05639 |
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
DENNIS GREEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Lake Dam?
Green 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 Green Lake Dam?
Green Lake Dam is owned by DENNIS GREEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Lake Dam built?
Green Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Green Lake Dam?
Green Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.