Spring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 512 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01035 |
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
DAVID ROBERTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?
Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam is owned by DAVID ROBERTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Lake Dam built?
Spring Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?
Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on February 8, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.