Highway Lake Dam A
Key Takeaway
Highway Lake Dam A is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 444 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03575 |
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
HIGHWAY LAKES COMPANY INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Highway Lake Dam A?
Highway Lake Dam A 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 Highway Lake Dam A?
Highway Lake Dam A is owned by HIGHWAY LAKES COMPANY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highway Lake Dam A built?
Highway Lake Dam A was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Highway Lake Dam A?
Highway Lake Dam A 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 Highway Lake Dam A?
Highway Lake Dam A has a dam height of 12 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 Highway Lake Dam A last inspected?
Highway Lake Dam A was last inspected on June 2, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.