Sheltons Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sheltons Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03728 |
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
HORACE F ROGERS ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sheltons Lake Dam?
Sheltons 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 Sheltons Lake Dam?
Sheltons Lake Dam is owned by HORACE F ROGERS ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheltons Lake Dam built?
Sheltons Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Sheltons Lake Dam?
Sheltons Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sheltons Lake Dam?
Sheltons Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.