Lake Camelot Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Camelot Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04491 |
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
CITY OF IVANHOE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot 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 Lake Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot Dam is owned by CITY OF IVANHOE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Camelot Dam built?
Lake Camelot Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot 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 Camelot Dam?
Lake Camelot Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Camelot Dam last inspected?
Lake Camelot Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.