Mallery Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mallery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02959 |
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
AFG MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mallery Lake Dam?
Mallery 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 Mallery Lake Dam?
Mallery Lake Dam is owned by AFG MANAGEMENT COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mallery Lake Dam built?
Mallery Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Mallery Lake Dam?
Mallery Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mallery Lake Dam?
Mallery Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Mallery Lake Dam last inspected?
Mallery Lake Dam was last inspected on February 22, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.