Mitchell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mitchell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 756 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05744 |
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
JIM MITCHELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell 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 Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell Lake Dam is owned by JIM MITCHELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitchell Lake Dam built?
Mitchell Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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.