Old City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Old City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05356 |
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
CITY OF DEPORT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Line Branch 17 Dam
Lamar, TX
Low Hazard 25 ftDeport Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Lamar, TX
High Hazard 33 ftWilson Lake Dam
Lamar, TX
Low Hazard 16 ftEatherly Pond Dam
Lamar, TX
Low Hazard 26 ftJr Ray Lake Dam
Lamar, TX
Low Hazard 15 ftBlossom City Lake Dam
Lamar, TX
High Hazard 15 ftNewman Dam No 4
Lamar, TX
Low Hazard 16 ftStroble Gss
Red River, TX
Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Old City Lake Dam?
Old City 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 Old City Lake Dam?
Old City Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF DEPORT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old City Lake Dam built?
Old City Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Old City Lake Dam?
Old City 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 Old City Lake Dam?
Old City Lake Dam 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.