Old Lake 177 Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Lake 177 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 372 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00106 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
177 LAKE ESTATES ASSN INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Old Lake 177 Dam?
Old Lake 177 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Old Lake 177 Dam?
Old Lake 177 Dam is owned by 177 LAKE ESTATES ASSN INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Lake 177 Dam built?
Old Lake 177 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 Lake 177 Dam?
Old Lake 177 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 Lake 177 Dam?
Old Lake 177 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Old Lake 177 Dam last inspected?
Old Lake 177 Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.