Lake Londa Lynn Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Londa Lynn Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 905 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 464 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,034 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00034 |
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
HOLIDAY LAKE ESTATE CIVIC CLUB INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Londa Lynn Dam?
Lake Londa Lynn 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 Londa Lynn Dam?
Lake Londa Lynn Dam is owned by HOLIDAY LAKE ESTATE CIVIC CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Londa Lynn Dam built?
Lake Londa Lynn Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Londa Lynn Dam?
Lake Londa Lynn 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 Londa Lynn Dam?
Lake Londa Lynn Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Londa Lynn Dam last inspected?
Lake Londa Lynn Dam was last inspected on September 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.