Old Trailway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Trailway 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 | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06883 |
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
177 LAKE ESTATES ASSN INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Old Trailway Lake Dam?
Old Trailway 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 Trailway Lake Dam?
Old Trailway Lake 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 Trailway Lake Dam built?
Old Trailway 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 Trailway Lake Dam?
Old Trailway 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 Trailway Lake Dam?
Old Trailway Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Trailway Lake Dam last inspected?
Old Trailway Lake Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.