Lake Letourneau Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Letourneau Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03455 |
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
MARATHON LETOURNEAU COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Letourneau Dam?
Lake Letourneau 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 Letourneau Dam?
Lake Letourneau Dam is owned by MARATHON LETOURNEAU COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Letourneau Dam built?
Lake Letourneau Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Letourneau Dam?
Lake Letourneau 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 Letourneau Dam?
Lake Letourneau Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Letourneau Dam last inspected?
Lake Letourneau Dam was last inspected on August 30, 1973. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.