Horseshoe Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,316 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00275 |
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
HORSESHOE LAKE CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Club Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Club Lake Dam 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 Horseshoe Club Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Club Lake Dam is owned by HORSESHOE LAKE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horseshoe Club Lake Dam built?
Horseshoe Club Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Horseshoe Club Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Club 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 Horseshoe Club Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Horseshoe Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Horseshoe Club Lake Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.