Horseshoe Lake North Dam
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Lake North Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | TX06382 |
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
RICHARD HARVEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Lake North Dam?
Horseshoe Lake North 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 North Dam?
Horseshoe Lake North Dam is owned by RICHARD HARVEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Horseshoe Lake North Dam?
Horseshoe Lake North 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 North Dam?
Horseshoe Lake North Dam has a dam height of 11 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 North Dam last inspected?
Horseshoe Lake North Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.