Kelly Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kelly Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 872 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05508 |
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
PAT KELLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly 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 Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly Lake Dam is owned by PAT KELLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kelly Lake Dam built?
Kelly Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.