Stillwagon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stillwagon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03232 |
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
JC STILLWAGON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stillwagon Lake Dam?
Stillwagon 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 Stillwagon Lake Dam?
Stillwagon Lake Dam is owned by JC STILLWAGON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stillwagon Lake Dam built?
Stillwagon Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Stillwagon Lake Dam?
Stillwagon 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 Stillwagon Lake Dam?
Stillwagon Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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.