Lake Electra Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Electra Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 41,374 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00966 |
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 ELECTRA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Electra Dam?
Lake Electra 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 Electra Dam?
Lake Electra Dam is owned by CITY OF ELECTRA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Electra Dam built?
Lake Electra Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Electra Dam?
Lake Electra Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Electra Dam?
Lake Electra Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Electra Dam last inspected?
Lake Electra Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.