Live Oak No 1 Levee
Key Takeaway
Live Oak No 1 Levee is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01748 |
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
MIKESKA FISHING PARTNERS LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Live Oak No 1 Levee?
Live Oak No 1 Levee 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 Live Oak No 1 Levee?
Live Oak No 1 Levee is owned by MIKESKA FISHING PARTNERS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Live Oak No 1 Levee built?
Live Oak No 1 Levee was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Live Oak No 1 Levee?
Live Oak No 1 Levee 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 Live Oak No 1 Levee?
Live Oak No 1 Levee has a dam height of 8 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 Live Oak No 1 Levee last inspected?
Live Oak No 1 Levee was last inspected on April 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.