Lyndsay Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lyndsay Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 338 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05839 |
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
CITY OF PECAN GAP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lyndsay Lake Dam?
Lyndsay 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 Lyndsay Lake Dam?
Lyndsay Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF PECAN GAP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lyndsay Lake Dam built?
Lyndsay Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Lyndsay Lake Dam?
Lyndsay 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 Lyndsay Lake Dam?
Lyndsay Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.