Neidigk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Neidigk Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00090 |
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 NEIDIGK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Neidigk Lake Dam?
Neidigk 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 Neidigk Lake Dam?
Neidigk Lake Dam is owned by LESTER NEIDIGK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Neidigk Lake Dam built?
Neidigk Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Neidigk Lake Dam?
Neidigk Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Neidigk Lake Dam?
Neidigk 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.
When was Neidigk Lake Dam last inspected?
Neidigk Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.