Lake Findley Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Findley Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 14,358 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 637 acres |
| Drainage Area | 152 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 203,508 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03896 |
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 ALICE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Findley Dam?
Lake Findley 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 Findley Dam?
Lake Findley Dam is owned by CITY OF ALICE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Findley Dam built?
Lake Findley 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 Findley Dam?
Lake Findley Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Findley Dam?
Lake Findley Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Findley Dam last inspected?
Lake Findley Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.