L V Worley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
L V Worley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03258 |
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
LV WORLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L V Worley Lake Dam?
L V Worley 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 V Worley Lake Dam?
L V Worley Lake Dam is owned by LV WORLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L V Worley Lake Dam built?
L V Worley Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 L V Worley Lake Dam?
L V Worley 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 L V Worley Lake Dam?
L V Worley Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.