Horseshoe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 92.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 332 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00851 |
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
RT LIETZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Lake Dam is owned by RT LIETZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horseshoe Lake Dam built?
Horseshoe Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lake Dam?
Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Lake Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Horseshoe Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.