Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 221 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03680 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOSEPH K KINCAID ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam?
Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam?
Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam is owned by JOSEPH K KINCAID ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam built?
Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam?
Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam 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 Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam?
Kincaid Lake No 2 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.
When was Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam last inspected?
Kincaid Lake No 2 Dam was last inspected on January 21, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.