Lake Lawn Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lawn Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02684 |
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
TOMMY JOE ABBOTT ET UX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lawn Dam?
Lake Lawn 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 Lawn Dam?
Lake Lawn Dam is owned by TOMMY JOE ABBOTT ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lawn Dam built?
Lake Lawn Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Lawn Dam?
Lake Lawn 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 Lawn Dam?
Lake Lawn Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Lawn Dam last inspected?
Lake Lawn Dam was last inspected on October 3, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.