Lake Donna Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Donna Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00036 |
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
INDIAN SPRINGS LAKE ESTATES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Donna Dam?
Lake Donna 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 Donna Dam?
Lake Donna Dam is owned by INDIAN SPRINGS LAKE ESTATES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Donna Dam built?
Lake Donna Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Donna Dam?
Lake Donna 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 Donna Dam?
Lake Donna Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Donna Dam last inspected?
Lake Donna Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.