Keeter Lake
Key Takeaway
Keeter Lake is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 721 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03810 |
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
JJ KEETER TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keeter Lake?
Keeter Lake 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 Keeter Lake?
Keeter Lake is owned by JJ KEETER TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keeter Lake built?
Keeter Lake was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Keeter Lake?
Keeter Lake 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 Keeter Lake?
Keeter Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Keeter Lake last inspected?
Keeter Lake was last inspected on June 24, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.