Martin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Martin Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 61 ft (taller than 97.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,875 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 182.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,440 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03547 |
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
LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Martin Lake Dam?
Martin 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 Martin Lake Dam?
Martin Lake Dam is owned by LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martin Lake Dam built?
Martin Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Martin Lake Dam?
Martin Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Martin Lake Dam?
Martin Lake Dam has a dam height of 61 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 Martin Lake Dam last inspected?
Martin Lake Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.