Lone Star Industries Dam
Key Takeaway
Lone Star Industries Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 582 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04392 |
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
HANSON AGGREGATES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lone Star Industries Dam?
Lone Star Industries 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 Lone Star Industries Dam?
Lone Star Industries Dam is owned by HANSON AGGREGATES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lone Star Industries Dam built?
Lone Star Industries Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Lone Star Industries Dam?
Lone Star Industries Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lone Star Industries Dam?
Lone Star Industries Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Lone Star Industries Dam last inspected?
Lone Star Industries Dam was last inspected on April 18, 1973. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.