Rosebud Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rosebud Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 93.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 408 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01042 |
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
BILL SPICER;CITY OF ROSEBUD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rosebud Lake Dam?
Rosebud 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 Rosebud Lake Dam?
Rosebud Lake Dam is owned by BILL SPICER;CITY OF ROSEBUD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rosebud Lake Dam built?
Rosebud Lake Dam was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Rosebud Lake Dam?
Rosebud Lake 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 Rosebud Lake Dam?
Rosebud Lake Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Rosebud Lake Dam last inspected?
Rosebud Lake Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.