Perfection Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perfection Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 482 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07358 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PERFECTION RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perfection Lake Dam?
Perfection Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Perfection Lake Dam?
Perfection Lake Dam is owned by PERFECTION RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perfection Lake Dam built?
Perfection Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Perfection Lake Dam?
Perfection Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Perfection Lake Dam last inspected?
Perfection Lake Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.