Sommer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sommer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 302 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06220 |
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
JNO SOMMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sommer Lake Dam?
Sommer 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 Sommer Lake Dam?
Sommer Lake Dam is owned by JNO SOMMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sommer Lake Dam built?
Sommer Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Sommer Lake Dam?
Sommer Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.