Lake Mawsy Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Mawsy Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 546 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 473 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04396 |
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
FINCASTLE FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mawsy Dam?
Lake Mawsy 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 Mawsy Dam?
Lake Mawsy Dam is owned by FINCASTLE FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Mawsy Dam built?
Lake Mawsy Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Mawsy Dam?
Lake Mawsy 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 Mawsy Dam?
Lake Mawsy Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Mawsy Dam last inspected?
Lake Mawsy Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.