Kemp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kemp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03299 |
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
GL KEMP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kemp Lake Dam?
Kemp 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 Kemp Lake Dam?
Kemp Lake Dam is owned by GL KEMP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kemp Lake Dam built?
Kemp Lake Dam 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 Kemp Lake Dam?
Kemp 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 Kemp Lake Dam?
Kemp 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.