Schuchart Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Schuchart Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04574 |
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
ERNEST SCHUCHART
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schuchart Lake Dam?
Schuchart 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 Schuchart Lake Dam?
Schuchart Lake Dam is owned by ERNEST SCHUCHART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schuchart Lake Dam built?
Schuchart Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Schuchart Lake Dam?
Schuchart Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schuchart Lake Dam?
Schuchart 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.