Magic Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Magic Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 497 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03079 |
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
PREMIER CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Magic Valley Lake Dam?
Magic Valley 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 Magic Valley Lake Dam?
Magic Valley Lake Dam is owned by PREMIER CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Magic Valley Lake Dam built?
Magic Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Magic Valley Lake Dam?
Magic Valley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Magic Valley Lake Dam?
Magic Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Magic Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Magic Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on March 23, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.