Middle Pasture Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Middle Pasture Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 848 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02270 |
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
KILLAM AND HURD LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Pasture Lake Dam?
Middle Pasture 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 Middle Pasture Lake Dam?
Middle Pasture Lake Dam is owned by KILLAM AND HURD LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Pasture Lake Dam built?
Middle Pasture Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Middle Pasture Lake Dam?
Middle Pasture 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 Middle Pasture Lake Dam?
Middle Pasture Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Middle Pasture Lake Dam last inspected?
Middle Pasture Lake Dam was last inspected on October 7, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.