Musslewhite Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Musslewhite Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02855 |
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 C MUSSLEWHITE ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Musslewhite Lake Dam?
Musslewhite 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 Musslewhite Lake Dam?
Musslewhite Lake Dam is owned by DAVID C MUSSLEWHITE ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Musslewhite Lake Dam built?
Musslewhite Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Musslewhite Lake Dam?
Musslewhite 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 Musslewhite Lake Dam?
Musslewhite Lake 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.
When was Musslewhite Lake Dam last inspected?
Musslewhite Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.