Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01470 |
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
RYALL L WHITE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam?
Heimsath Cemetery 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 Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam?
Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam is owned by RYALL L WHITE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam built?
Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam?
Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam?
Heimsath Cemetery Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.