Rotello Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rotello Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05723 |
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
TOM ROTELLO ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rotello Lake Dam?
Rotello 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 Rotello Lake Dam?
Rotello Lake Dam is owned by TOM ROTELLO ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rotello Lake Dam built?
Rotello Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Rotello Lake Dam?
Rotello 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 Rotello Lake Dam?
Rotello Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.