Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 586 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 361 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00297 |
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
OAKHURST TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake No 1 Dam?
Lake No 1 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 No 1 Dam?
Lake No 1 Dam is owned by OAKHURST TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake No 1 Dam built?
Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 No 1 Dam?
Lake No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake No 1 Dam?
Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 21 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 No 1 Dam last inspected?
Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on November 18, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.