Lake Donna V Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Donna V Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 895 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03065 |
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
DARL SANDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Donna V Dam?
Lake Donna V 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 V Dam?
Lake Donna V Dam is owned by DARL SANDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Donna V Dam built?
Lake Donna V Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 V Dam?
Lake Donna V Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Donna V Dam?
Lake Donna V Dam has a dam height of 19 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.