Morgan South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Morgan South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,742 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05163 |
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
LESTER MORGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morgan South Lake Dam?
Morgan South 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 Morgan South Lake Dam?
Morgan South Lake Dam is owned by LESTER MORGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morgan South Lake Dam built?
Morgan South Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Morgan South Lake Dam?
Morgan South Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.