Korth Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Korth Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02025 |
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
VICKERS ELLEN ANN AND STUBBS LOU EDA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Korth Lake Dam?
Korth 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 Korth Lake Dam?
Korth Lake Dam is owned by VICKERS ELLEN ANN AND STUBBS LOU EDA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Korth Lake Dam built?
Korth Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Korth Lake Dam?
Korth 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 Korth Lake Dam?
Korth Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.