Old Lampasas Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Lampasas Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 248 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07295 |
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
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Lampasas Dam?
Old Lampasas 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 Lampasas Dam?
Old Lampasas Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Lampasas Dam built?
Old Lampasas Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Old Lampasas Dam?
Old Lampasas Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lampasas Dam last inspected?
Old Lampasas Dam was last inspected on February 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.