Moose Jaw Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moose Jaw Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 297 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00130 |
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
ARROWHEAD LAKE ASSOC INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moose Jaw Lake Dam?
Moose Jaw 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 Moose Jaw Lake Dam?
Moose Jaw Lake Dam is owned by ARROWHEAD LAKE ASSOC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moose Jaw Lake Dam built?
Moose Jaw Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Moose Jaw Lake Dam?
Moose Jaw 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 Moose Jaw Lake Dam?
Moose Jaw Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Moose Jaw Lake Dam last inspected?
Moose Jaw Lake Dam was last inspected on October 6, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.