Premier Parks Lower Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 754 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09578 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Premier Parks Lower Dam 1?
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Premier Parks Lower Dam 1?
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 is owned by JAMES WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 built?
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Premier Parks Lower Dam 1?
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Premier Parks Lower Dam 1?
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 has a dam height of 13 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 Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 last inspected?
Premier Parks Lower Dam 1 was last inspected on December 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.