Kenneth Travis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenneth Travis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 464 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04023 |
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
KENNETH TRAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kenneth Travis Lake Dam?
Kenneth Travis 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 Kenneth Travis Lake Dam?
Kenneth Travis Lake Dam is owned by KENNETH TRAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kenneth Travis Lake Dam built?
Kenneth Travis Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Kenneth Travis Lake Dam?
Kenneth Travis 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 Kenneth Travis Lake Dam?
Kenneth Travis Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.