Lindsey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lindsey Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03731 |
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
ELLIOT DEAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake Dam 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 Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake Dam is owned by ELLIOT DEAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lindsey Lake Dam built?
Lindsey 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 Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake 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 Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lindsey Lake Dam last inspected?
Lindsey Lake Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.