Tc Smith Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tc Smith Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 554 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06152 |
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
TC SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tc Smith Lake Dam?
Tc Smith 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 Tc Smith Lake Dam?
Tc Smith Lake Dam is owned by TC SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tc Smith Lake Dam built?
Tc Smith Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Tc Smith Lake Dam?
Tc Smith Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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.