Site C Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Site C Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04340 |
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
FINCASTLE NURSERY AND FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Site C Lake Dam?
Site C 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 Site C Lake Dam?
Site C Lake Dam is owned by FINCASTLE NURSERY AND FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Site C Lake Dam built?
Site C Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Site C Lake Dam?
Site C Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Site C Lake Dam?
Site C Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Site C Lake Dam last inspected?
Site C Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.