Holly Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holly Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 516 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00917 |
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
SILVERLEAF RESORTS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holly Lake Dam?
Holly 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 Holly Lake Dam?
Holly Lake Dam is owned by SILVERLEAF RESORTS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holly Lake Dam built?
Holly Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Holly Lake Dam?
Holly Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Holly Lake Dam?
Holly Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Holly Lake Dam last inspected?
Holly Lake Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.