L B Wilson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
L B Wilson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05103 |
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
LB WILSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L B Wilson Lake Dam?
L B Wilson 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 L B Wilson Lake Dam?
L B Wilson Lake Dam is owned by LB WILSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L B Wilson Lake Dam built?
L B Wilson Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is L B Wilson Lake Dam?
L B Wilson Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.