Lesley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lesley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 672 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 511 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00850 |
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
KENNETH LESLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lesley Lake Dam?
Lesley 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 Lesley Lake Dam?
Lesley Lake Dam is owned by KENNETH LESLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lesley Lake Dam built?
Lesley Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lesley Lake Dam?
Lesley 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 Lesley Lake Dam?
Lesley Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lesley Lake Dam last inspected?
Lesley Lake Dam was last inspected on December 14, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.