Meyer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Meyer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03316 |
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
HUBERT MEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meyer Lake Dam?
Meyer 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 Meyer Lake Dam?
Meyer Lake Dam is owned by HUBERT MEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meyer Lake Dam built?
Meyer Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Meyer Lake Dam?
Meyer 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 Meyer Lake Dam last inspected?
Meyer Lake Dam was last inspected on July 15, 1968. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.