Herrling Lake 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Herrling Lake 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 548 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 622 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01877 |
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
JAMES D WILSON ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herrling Lake 2 Dam?
Herrling Lake 2 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 Herrling Lake 2 Dam?
Herrling Lake 2 Dam is owned by JAMES D WILSON ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herrling Lake 2 Dam built?
Herrling Lake 2 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 Herrling Lake 2 Dam?
Herrling Lake 2 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 Herrling Lake 2 Dam?
Herrling Lake 2 Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Herrling Lake 2 Dam last inspected?
Herrling Lake 2 Dam was last inspected on November 23, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.