Paradise Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Paradise Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 760 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 97 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,206 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03293 |
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
CHARLES HELM;LEWIS HELM
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES HELM;LEWIS HELM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paradise Lake Dam built?
Paradise Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise 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.
When was Paradise Lake Dam last inspected?
Paradise Lake Dam was last inspected on November 28, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.