Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03521 |
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
CITY OF ROBERT LEE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam?
Robert Lee Old City 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 Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam?
Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF ROBERT LEE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam built?
Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam?
Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam?
Robert Lee Old City Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.