Stern Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stern Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02052 |
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
JACK STERN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stern Lake Dam?
Stern 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 Stern Lake Dam?
Stern Lake Dam is owned by JACK STERN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stern Lake Dam built?
Stern Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Stern Lake Dam?
Stern Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stern Lake Dam?
Stern Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Stern Lake Dam last inspected?
Stern Lake Dam was last inspected on September 26, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.