Paddock Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Paddock 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 | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 213 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00635 |
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
DONALD PADDOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paddock Lake Dam?
Paddock 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 Paddock Lake Dam?
Paddock Lake Dam is owned by DONALD PADDOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paddock Lake Dam built?
Paddock 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 Paddock Lake Dam?
Paddock 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 Paddock Lake Dam?
Paddock Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.