Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 92.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,376 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 278 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04437 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAWRENCE PORTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam?
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam?
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam is owned by LAWRENCE PORTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam built?
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam?
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 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 Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam?
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam last inspected?
Lawrence Porter Lake No 2 Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.