Richards Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Richards Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02817 |
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
GERALDINE MILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richards Lake Dam?
Richards 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 Richards Lake Dam?
Richards Lake Dam is owned by GERALDINE MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richards Lake Dam built?
Richards Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Richards Lake Dam?
Richards Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richards Lake Dam?
Richards Lake 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.