Sky Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sky Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,358 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04430 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SKY RANCHES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sky Lake Dam?
Sky Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sky Lake Dam?
Sky Lake Dam is owned by SKY RANCHES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sky Lake Dam built?
Sky Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Sky Lake Dam?
Sky 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 Sky Lake Dam?
Sky Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Sky Lake Dam last inspected?
Sky Lake Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.