Lake Wayne Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wayne Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 585 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03064 |
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
ESTATE OF WT MORAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wayne Dam?
Lake Wayne 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 Wayne Dam?
Lake Wayne Dam is owned by ESTATE OF WT MORAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wayne Dam built?
Lake Wayne Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Wayne Dam?
Lake Wayne Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Wayne Dam?
Lake Wayne Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Wayne Dam last inspected?
Lake Wayne Dam was last inspected on January 20, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.