Highland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Highland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 672 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 402 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,156 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03571 |
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
THE HIGH-LAND LAKE CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Highland Lake Dam?
Highland 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 Highland Lake Dam?
Highland Lake Dam is owned by THE HIGH-LAND LAKE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highland Lake Dam built?
Highland Lake Dam was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Highland Lake Dam?
Highland 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 Highland Lake Dam?
Highland Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.