Mabank City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mabank City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,011 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00240 |
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
MCHENRY WALLACE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mabank City Lake Dam?
Mabank City 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 Mabank City Lake Dam?
Mabank City Lake Dam is owned by MCHENRY WALLACE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mabank City Lake Dam built?
Mabank City Lake Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Mabank City Lake Dam?
Mabank City 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 Mabank City Lake Dam?
Mabank City Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Mabank City Lake Dam last inspected?
Mabank City Lake Dam was last inspected on August 24, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.