Hudson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hudson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00154 |
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
SARA HUDSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hudson Lake Dam?
Hudson 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 Hudson Lake Dam?
Hudson Lake Dam is owned by SARA HUDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hudson Lake Dam built?
Hudson 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 Hudson Lake Dam?
Hudson 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 Hudson Lake Dam?
Hudson Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.