Kritzer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kritzer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02520 |
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
JEAN KRITZER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kritzer Lake Dam?
Kritzer 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 Kritzer Lake Dam?
Kritzer Lake Dam is owned by JEAN KRITZER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kritzer Lake Dam built?
Kritzer Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Kritzer Lake Dam?
Kritzer 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 Kritzer Lake Dam?
Kritzer Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.