Malish Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Malish Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05588 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DBA K AND M MANUFACTURING;ELTON MALISH;JUDITH MALISH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Malish Lake Dam?
Malish Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Malish Lake Dam?
Malish Lake Dam is owned by DBA K AND M MANUFACTURING;ELTON MALISH;JUDITH MALISH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Malish Lake Dam built?
Malish Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Malish Lake Dam?
Malish Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Malish Lake Dam?
Malish Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Malish Lake Dam last inspected?
Malish Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.