Lake Alazan Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Alazan Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 833 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,812 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03870 |
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
LAKE ALAZAN ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Alazan Dam?
Lake Alazan 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 Lake Alazan Dam?
Lake Alazan Dam is owned by LAKE ALAZAN ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Alazan Dam built?
Lake Alazan Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Lake Alazan Dam?
Lake Alazan Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Alazan Dam?
Lake Alazan Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Lake Alazan Dam last inspected?
Lake Alazan Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.