Stevens Water Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stevens Water Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1921 and is 105 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03649 |
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
STEVENS CO WATER COMPANY LAKE DAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens Water Lake Dam?
Stevens Water 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 Stevens Water Lake Dam?
Stevens Water Lake Dam is owned by STEVENS CO WATER COMPANY LAKE DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens Water Lake Dam built?
Stevens Water Lake Dam was completed in 1921, making it 105 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 Stevens Water Lake Dam?
Stevens Water Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stevens Water Lake Dam?
Stevens Water Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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.