Loftin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Loftin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05745 |
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
BH LOFTIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loftin Lake Dam?
Loftin 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 Loftin Lake Dam?
Loftin Lake Dam is owned by BH LOFTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loftin Lake Dam built?
Loftin Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Loftin Lake Dam?
Loftin Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.