Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05810 |
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
TAPATIO SPRINGS SERVICE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam?
Smith Investment Lake No 3 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 Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam?
Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam is owned by TAPATIO SPRINGS SERVICE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam built?
Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam?
Smith Investment Lake No 3 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 Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam?
Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam last inspected?
Smith Investment Lake No 3 Dam was last inspected on December 18, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.