Old Lake Winters City Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Lake Winters City Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 66 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03245 |
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 WINTERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Lake Winters City Dam?
Old Lake Winters City 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 Lake Winters City Dam?
Old Lake Winters City Dam is owned by CITY OF WINTERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Lake Winters City Dam built?
Old Lake Winters City Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Winters City Dam?
Old Lake Winters City Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Lake Winters City Dam?
Old Lake Winters City Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Winters City Dam last inspected?
Old Lake Winters City Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.