Mineola Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mineola Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00929 |
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
THE MINEOLA CLUB LAKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mineola Club Lake Dam?
Mineola Club 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam?
Mineola Club Lake Dam is owned by THE MINEOLA CLUB LAKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mineola Club Lake Dam built?
Mineola Club Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam?
Mineola Club Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mineola Club Lake Dam?
Mineola Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mineola Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Mineola Club Lake Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.