Moon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05489 |
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
LH MOON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moon Lake Dam?
Moon 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 Moon Lake Dam?
Moon Lake Dam is owned by LH MOON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moon Lake Dam built?
Moon 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.
How tall is Moon Lake Dam?
Moon Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.