Soutter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Soutter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00212 |
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
AE SOUTTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Soutter Lake Dam?
Soutter 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 Soutter Lake Dam?
Soutter Lake Dam is owned by AE SOUTTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Soutter Lake Dam built?
Soutter Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Soutter Lake Dam?
Soutter 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 Soutter Lake Dam?
Soutter Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.