Hunter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 509 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05176 |
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
CHARLES HUNTER;THALIA HUNTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter 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 Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES HUNTER;THALIA HUNTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunter Lake Dam built?
Hunter Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hunter Lake Dam?
Hunter Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hunter Lake Dam last inspected?
Hunter Lake Dam was last inspected on October 29, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.