Red Lake No 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Lake No 3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 563 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00675 |
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
JASON SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Lake No 3 Dam?
Red Lake No 3 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 Red Lake No 3 Dam?
Red Lake No 3 Dam is owned by JASON SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Lake No 3 Dam built?
Red Lake No 3 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Red Lake No 3 Dam?
Red Lake No 3 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 Red Lake No 3 Dam?
Red Lake No 3 Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Red Lake No 3 Dam last inspected?
Red Lake No 3 Dam was last inspected on February 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.