Oak Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Oak Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04099 |
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
OAK LAKE CLUB INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oak Lake Dam?
Oak 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 Oak Lake Dam?
Oak Lake Dam is owned by OAK LAKE CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oak Lake Dam built?
Oak Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Oak Lake Dam?
Oak 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 Oak Lake Dam?
Oak Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Oak Lake Dam last inspected?
Oak Lake Dam was last inspected on December 20, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.