Nixon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nixon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00050 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Nixon Lake Dam?
Nixon 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 Nixon Lake Dam?
Nixon Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nixon Lake Dam built?
Nixon Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Nixon Lake Dam?
Nixon 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 Nixon Lake Dam?
Nixon 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.