Lake Oz Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Oz Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02724 |
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
EDWARD KNOWLTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Oz Dam?
Lake Oz 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 Oz Dam?
Lake Oz Dam is owned by EDWARD KNOWLTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Oz Dam built?
Lake Oz Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Oz Dam?
Lake Oz Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Oz Dam?
Lake Oz Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Oz Dam last inspected?
Lake Oz Dam was last inspected on December 2, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.