Molson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Molson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 741 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05894 |
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
HEINZ MOLSEN JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Molson Pond Dam?
Molson Pond 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 Molson Pond Dam?
Molson Pond Dam is owned by HEINZ MOLSEN JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Molson Pond Dam built?
Molson Pond 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 Molson Pond Dam?
Molson Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Molson Pond Dam?
Molson Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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.