Lake Autumn Trails Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Autumn Trails Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05844 |
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
4 D PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Autumn Trails Dam?
Lake Autumn Trails 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 Autumn Trails Dam?
Lake Autumn Trails Dam is owned by 4 D PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Autumn Trails Dam built?
Lake Autumn Trails Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Autumn Trails Dam?
Lake Autumn Trails Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Lake Autumn Trails Dam?
Lake Autumn Trails Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Autumn Trails Dam last inspected?
Lake Autumn Trails Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.