Newgulf Lake Levee
Key Takeaway
Newgulf Lake Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,019 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,701 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07131 |
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
CONOCOPHILLIPS COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newgulf Lake Levee?
Newgulf Lake Levee 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 Newgulf Lake Levee?
Newgulf Lake Levee is owned by CONOCOPHILLIPS COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newgulf Lake Levee built?
Newgulf Lake Levee was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Newgulf Lake Levee?
Newgulf Lake Levee serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newgulf Lake Levee?
Newgulf Lake Levee 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.