Holland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04945 |
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
JOHN HOLLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holland Lake Dam?
Holland 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 Holland Lake Dam?
Holland Lake Dam is owned by JOHN HOLLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holland Lake Dam built?
Holland Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Holland Lake Dam?
Holland Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Holland Lake Dam?
Holland Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Holland Lake Dam last inspected?
Holland Lake Dam was last inspected on March 7, 1967. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.