Lake Charmaine Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Charmaine Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 608 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03755 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Charmaine Dam?
Lake Charmaine Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Charmaine Dam?
Lake Charmaine 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 Charmaine Dam built?
Lake Charmaine Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Charmaine Dam?
Lake Charmaine 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 Charmaine Dam?
Lake Charmaine Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Charmaine Dam last inspected?
Lake Charmaine Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.