Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 13,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 795 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 278 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05937 |
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
FARM MANAGEMENT INC
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1?
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 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 Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1?
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 is owned by FARM MANAGEMENT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 built?
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1?
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 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 Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1?
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 last inspected?
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 was last inspected on July 30, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.