Newton Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Newton Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 954 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02381 |
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
WR NEWTON MD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newton Lake No 1 Dam?
Newton Lake No 1 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 Newton Lake No 1 Dam?
Newton Lake No 1 Dam is owned by WR NEWTON MD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newton Lake No 1 Dam built?
Newton Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Newton Lake No 1 Dam?
Newton Lake No 1 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 Newton Lake No 1 Dam?
Newton Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Newton Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
Newton Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on July 11, 1973. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.