Lake Leon Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Leon Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 321 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 74 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02441 |
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
KEECHI PARTNERS LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Leon Dam?
Lake Leon 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 Leon Dam?
Lake Leon Dam is owned by KEECHI PARTNERS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Leon Dam built?
Lake Leon Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Leon Dam?
Lake Leon Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Leon Dam?
Lake Leon 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.
When was Lake Leon Dam last inspected?
Lake Leon Dam was last inspected on December 1, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.