Howard Wade Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Howard Wade Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 426 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04350 |
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
OLITA WADE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howard Wade Lake Dam?
Howard Wade 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 Howard Wade Lake Dam?
Howard Wade Lake Dam is owned by OLITA WADE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howard Wade Lake Dam built?
Howard Wade Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Howard Wade Lake Dam?
Howard Wade Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Howard Wade Lake Dam?
Howard Wade 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.