Marek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05633 |
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
EDWIN MAREK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marek Lake Dam?
Marek 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 Marek Lake Dam?
Marek Lake Dam is owned by EDWIN MAREK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marek Lake Dam built?
Marek 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.
How tall is Marek Lake Dam?
Marek Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.