Perryman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perryman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 805 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00199 |
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
CIRCLE TEN COUNCIL BSA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perryman Lake Dam?
Perryman 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 Perryman Lake Dam?
Perryman Lake Dam is owned by CIRCLE TEN COUNCIL BSA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perryman Lake Dam built?
Perryman Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Perryman Lake Dam?
Perryman 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 Perryman Lake Dam?
Perryman Lake 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.
When was Perryman Lake Dam last inspected?
Perryman Lake Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.