Lake Kurth Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kurth Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 8,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 118 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00976 |
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 LUFKIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kurth Dam?
Lake Kurth 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 Kurth Dam?
Lake Kurth Dam is owned by CITY OF LUFKIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kurth Dam built?
Lake Kurth Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Kurth Dam?
Lake Kurth Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Kurth Dam?
Lake Kurth Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Kurth Dam last inspected?
Lake Kurth Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.