Lane Dam No 2

COTTONWOOD CREEK· Hall, Texas· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lane Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX06360

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 11, 1972
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BILLY J LANE ET UX

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lane Dam No 2?

Lane Dam No 2 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 2?

Lane Dam No 2 is owned by BILLY J LANE ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lane Dam No 2?

Lane Dam No 2 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 2?

Lane Dam No 2 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 2 last inspected?

Lane Dam No 2 was last inspected on April 11, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.