Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05842 |
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
J M HEANER DEVELOPMENT INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam?
Lakeway Subdivision Lake 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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam?
Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam is owned by J M HEANER DEVELOPMENT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam built?
Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam?
Lakeway Subdivision Lake 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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam?
Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam last inspected?
Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.