Leonard Lake
Key Takeaway
Leonard Lake is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 726 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,412 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07116 |
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
OP LEONARD JR INVESTMENT COMPANY LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leonard Lake?
Leonard Lake 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 Leonard Lake?
Leonard Lake is owned by OP LEONARD JR INVESTMENT COMPANY LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leonard Lake built?
Leonard Lake was completed in 2007, making it 19 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Leonard Lake?
Leonard Lake has a dam height of 41 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 Leonard Lake last inspected?
Leonard Lake was last inspected on September 25, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.