Lake Stith Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Stith Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02693 |
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
WILL SMITH ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Stith Dam?
Lake Stith 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 Stith Dam?
Lake Stith Dam is owned by WILL SMITH ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Stith Dam built?
Lake Stith Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Stith Dam?
Lake Stith Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Stith Dam?
Lake Stith Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Stith Dam last inspected?
Lake Stith Dam was last inspected on October 22, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.