T and P Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
T and P Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00361 |
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
CITY OF NEW BOSTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of T and P Lake Dam?
T and P 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 T and P Lake Dam?
T and P Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF NEW BOSTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was T and P Lake Dam built?
T and P Lake Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 T and P Lake Dam?
T and P Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is T and P Lake Dam?
T and P Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.