Hale Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hale Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01378 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MAX HANEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hale Lake Dam?
Hale Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hale Lake Dam?
Hale Lake Dam is owned by MAX HANEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hale Lake Dam built?
Hale Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hale Lake Dam?
Hale Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hale Lake Dam?
Hale Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Hale Lake Dam last inspected?
Hale Lake Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.