Lake Thunderbird Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Thunderbird Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX04773 |
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
WIGGINS LAND COMPANY OF TEXAS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Thunderbird Dam?
Lake Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird Dam?
Lake Thunderbird Dam is owned by WIGGINS LAND COMPANY OF TEXAS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Thunderbird Dam?
Lake Thunderbird Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Thunderbird Dam?
Lake Thunderbird Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Thunderbird Dam last inspected?
Lake Thunderbird Dam was last inspected on August 12, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.