Patterson Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Patterson Lake No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05243 |
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
JOHN PATTERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patterson Lake No 2 Dam?
Patterson Lake No 2 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 Patterson Lake No 2 Dam?
Patterson Lake No 2 Dam is owned by JOHN PATTERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Patterson Lake No 2 Dam built?
Patterson Lake No 2 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.
How tall is Patterson Lake No 2 Dam?
Patterson Lake No 2 Dam has a dam height of 20 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.