Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2
Key Takeaway
Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,484 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07167 |
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
HINNANT & FULBRIGHT LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2?
Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 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 Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2?
Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 is owned by HINNANT & FULBRIGHT LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 built?
Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 was completed in 1947, making it 79 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2?
Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 has a dam height of 10 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.