Moore Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moore Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00327 |
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
DAVID MOORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moore Lake Dam?
Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam?
Moore Lake Dam is owned by DAVID MOORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moore Lake Dam built?
Moore Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Moore Lake Dam?
Moore Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.