Haynes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Haynes Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,133 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05073 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DALE HAYNES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Haynes Lake Dam?
Haynes Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Haynes Lake Dam?
Haynes Lake Dam is owned by DALE HAYNES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haynes Lake Dam built?
Haynes Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Haynes Lake Dam?
Haynes Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Haynes Lake Dam last inspected?
Haynes Lake Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.