Laurent Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Laurent Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 473 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00033 |
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
PAUL LAURENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurent Lake Dam?
Laurent 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 Laurent Lake Dam?
Laurent Lake Dam is owned by PAUL LAURENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurent Lake Dam built?
Laurent Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Laurent Lake Dam?
Laurent Lake Dam 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 Laurent Lake Dam?
Laurent Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Laurent Lake Dam last inspected?
Laurent Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.