Storey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Storey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01999 |
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
BROWN DISTRIBUTING CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Storey Lake Dam?
Storey 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 Storey Lake Dam?
Storey Lake Dam is owned by BROWN DISTRIBUTING CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Storey Lake Dam built?
Storey Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Storey Lake Dam?
Storey Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Storey Lake Dam?
Storey Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.