Lane Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Lane Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03716 |
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
JOHN DEAVER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lane Dam No 1?
Lane Dam No 1 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 Lane Dam No 1?
Lane Dam No 1 is owned by JOHN DEAVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lane Dam No 1 built?
Lane Dam No 1 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lane Dam No 1?
Lane Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lane Dam No 1?
Lane Dam No 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Lane Dam No 1 last inspected?
Lane Dam No 1 was last inspected on April 11, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.