Keith Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Keith Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02433 |
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
ROY KEITH JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keith Lake Dam?
Keith 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 Keith Lake Dam?
Keith Lake Dam is owned by ROY KEITH JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keith Lake Dam built?
Keith Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Keith Lake Dam?
Keith Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Keith Lake Dam?
Keith Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.