Hendricks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hendricks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02953 |
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
GIBBS BROTHERS & COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks Lake Dam is owned by GIBBS BROTHERS & COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hendricks Lake Dam built?
Hendricks 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.
How tall is Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.