Mccasland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccasland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04954 |
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
MCCASLAND FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccasland Lake Dam?
Mccasland 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 Mccasland Lake Dam?
Mccasland Lake Dam is owned by MCCASLAND FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccasland Lake Dam built?
Mccasland Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Mccasland Lake Dam?
Mccasland Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mccasland Lake Dam?
Mccasland Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.