Renshaw Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Renshaw Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05700 |
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
JAMES RENSHAW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Renshaw Lake Dam?
Renshaw 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 Renshaw Lake Dam?
Renshaw Lake Dam is owned by JAMES RENSHAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Renshaw Lake Dam built?
Renshaw Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Renshaw Lake Dam?
Renshaw Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.