Poss Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Poss Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00325 |
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
JEWELL POSS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Poss Lake Dam?
Poss 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 Poss Lake Dam?
Poss Lake Dam is owned by JEWELL POSS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poss Lake Dam built?
Poss Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Poss Lake Dam?
Poss Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.