Marsh Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marsh Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05864 |
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
WS MARSH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marsh Lake Dam?
Marsh 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 Marsh Lake Dam?
Marsh Lake Dam is owned by WS MARSH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marsh Lake Dam built?
Marsh Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Marsh Lake Dam?
Marsh Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marsh Lake Dam?
Marsh Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Marsh Lake Dam last inspected?
Marsh Lake Dam was last inspected on March 23, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.