Luther Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Luther Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 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 | 42 ft (taller than 87.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,119 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00778 |
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
CITY OF FORT WORTH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Luther Lake Dam?
Luther 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 Luther Lake Dam?
Luther Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF FORT WORTH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Luther Lake Dam built?
Luther Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Luther Lake Dam?
Luther Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Luther Lake Dam?
Luther Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Luther Lake Dam last inspected?
Luther Lake Dam was last inspected on December 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.