Grothaus Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grothaus Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 997 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05231 |
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
FRED GROTHAUS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grothaus Lake Dam?
Grothaus 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 Grothaus Lake Dam?
Grothaus Lake Dam is owned by FRED GROTHAUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grothaus Lake Dam built?
Grothaus Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Grothaus Lake Dam?
Grothaus Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Grothaus Lake Dam?
Grothaus Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.