Spurlock Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spurlock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03765 |
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
ELTON SPURLOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spurlock Lake Dam?
Spurlock 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 Spurlock Lake Dam?
Spurlock Lake Dam is owned by ELTON SPURLOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spurlock Lake Dam built?
Spurlock Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Spurlock Lake Dam?
Spurlock Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spurlock Lake Dam?
Spurlock Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.