Lutz Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lutz Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05688 |
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
NICK LUTZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lutz Lake Dam?
Lutz 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 Lutz Lake Dam?
Lutz Lake Dam is owned by NICK LUTZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lutz Lake Dam built?
Lutz Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Lutz Lake Dam?
Lutz Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lutz Lake Dam?
Lutz Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.