Lowrance Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lowrance Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03671 |
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
BURR RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lowrance Lake Dam?
Lowrance 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 Lowrance Lake Dam?
Lowrance Lake Dam is owned by BURR RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lowrance Lake Dam built?
Lowrance Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Lowrance Lake Dam?
Lowrance Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lowrance Lake Dam?
Lowrance Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Lowrance Lake Dam last inspected?
Lowrance Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.