Norwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Norwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05027 |
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
EE NORWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norwood Lake Dam?
Norwood 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 Norwood Lake Dam?
Norwood Lake Dam is owned by EE NORWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norwood Lake Dam built?
Norwood 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 Norwood Lake Dam?
Norwood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Norwood Lake Dam?
Norwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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.