Panola Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Panola Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00331 |
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
OXY USA INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Panola Lake Dam?
Panola 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 Panola Lake Dam?
Panola Lake Dam is owned by OXY USA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Panola Lake Dam built?
Panola Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Panola Lake Dam?
Panola Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Panola Lake Dam?
Panola Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.