Hatchel Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hatchel Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00371 |
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
ERIC CHEN ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hatchel Farm Lake Dam?
Hatchel Farm 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 Hatchel Farm Lake Dam?
Hatchel Farm Lake Dam is owned by ERIC CHEN ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hatchel Farm Lake Dam built?
Hatchel Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Hatchel Farm Lake Dam?
Hatchel Farm 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 Hatchel Farm Lake Dam?
Hatchel Farm 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 Hatchel Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Hatchel Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on July 26, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.