Lake Sealy Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Sealy Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02220 |
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
CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Sealy Dam?
Lake Sealy 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 Sealy Dam?
Lake Sealy Dam is owned by CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Sealy Dam built?
Lake Sealy Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Sealy Dam?
Lake Sealy 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 Sealy Dam?
Lake Sealy Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Sealy Dam last inspected?
Lake Sealy Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.