Marlin Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marlin Club Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 191 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01040 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARLIN COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marlin Club Lake Dam?
Marlin Club Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Marlin Club Lake Dam?
Marlin Club Lake Dam is owned by MARLIN COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marlin Club Lake Dam built?
Marlin Club Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Marlin Club Lake Dam?
Marlin Club 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 Marlin Club Lake Dam?
Marlin Club 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 Marlin Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Marlin Club Lake Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.