Lincolnshire Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Lincolnshire Dam No 2 is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 222 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07415 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lincolnshire Dam No 2?
Lincolnshire Dam No 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lincolnshire Dam No 2?
Lincolnshire Dam No 2 is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lincolnshire Dam No 2 built?
Lincolnshire Dam No 2 was completed in 1985, making it 41 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lincolnshire Dam No 2?
Lincolnshire Dam No 2 has a dam height of 34 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 Lincolnshire Dam No 2 last inspected?
Lincolnshire Dam No 2 was last inspected on January 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.