Roberson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Roberson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 623 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05637 |
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
AG ROBERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roberson Lake Dam?
Roberson 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 Roberson Lake Dam?
Roberson Lake Dam is owned by AG ROBERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roberson Lake Dam built?
Roberson Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Roberson Lake Dam?
Roberson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roberson Lake Dam?
Roberson Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.