Smelley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Smelley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05210 |
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
RICHARD SMELLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smelley Lake Dam?
Smelley 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 Smelley Lake Dam?
Smelley Lake Dam is owned by RICHARD SMELLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smelley Lake Dam built?
Smelley Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Smelley Lake Dam?
Smelley 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 Smelley Lake Dam?
Smelley Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.