Prewitt Lake 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Prewitt Lake 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02354 |
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
WA PREWITT JR
Private
Nearby Dams
Prewitt Lake 2 Dam
Bell, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam
Bell, TX
Significant Hazard 28 ftPrewitt Lake 5 Dam
Bell, TX
Low Hazard 24 ftLangham Lake Dam
Bell, TX
Low Hazard 18 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 28 Dam
Bell, TX
Significant Hazard 26 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam
Bell, TX
Significant Hazard 28 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 30 Dam
Bell, TX
High Hazard 26 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam
Bell, TX
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Prewitt Lake 3 Dam?
Prewitt Lake 3 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 Prewitt Lake 3 Dam?
Prewitt Lake 3 Dam is owned by WA PREWITT JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prewitt Lake 3 Dam built?
Prewitt Lake 3 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Prewitt Lake 3 Dam?
Prewitt Lake 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prewitt Lake 3 Dam?
Prewitt Lake 3 Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Prewitt Lake 3 Dam last inspected?
Prewitt Lake 3 Dam was last inspected on June 17, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.