Pat Morris Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pat Morris Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04361 |
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 M BOLTON SR ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pat Morris Lake Dam?
Pat Morris 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 Pat Morris Lake Dam?
Pat Morris Lake Dam is owned by DONALD M BOLTON SR ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pat Morris Lake Dam built?
Pat Morris Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Pat Morris Lake Dam?
Pat Morris 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 Pat Morris Lake Dam?
Pat Morris Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Pat Morris Lake Dam last inspected?
Pat Morris Lake Dam was last inspected on July 13, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.