Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04831 |
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
CHAPPELL HILLS INC
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 CHAPPELL HILLS INC (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 1963, making it 63 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: 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 15 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 30, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.