Mcdowell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcdowell Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Max Discharge | 4 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07361 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JEFF MCDOWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcdowell Lake Dam?
Mcdowell Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcdowell Lake Dam?
Mcdowell Lake Dam is owned by JEFF MCDOWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcdowell Lake Dam built?
Mcdowell Lake Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Mcdowell Lake Dam?
Mcdowell Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Mcdowell Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcdowell Lake Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.