Lakewood Dams 1-3
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Dams 1-3 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 118 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06889 |
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
LAKEWOOD ADDITION HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Dams 1-3?
Lakewood Dams 1-3 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 Lakewood Dams 1-3?
Lakewood Dams 1-3 is owned by LAKEWOOD ADDITION HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Dams 1-3 built?
Lakewood Dams 1-3 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lakewood Dams 1-3?
Lakewood Dams 1-3 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 Lakewood Dams 1-3?
Lakewood Dams 1-3 has a dam height of 10 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 Lakewood Dams 1-3 last inspected?
Lakewood Dams 1-3 was last inspected on September 21, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.