Temple City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Temple City 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 | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 171 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02336 |
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 TEMPLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Temple City Lake Dam?
Temple City 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 Temple City Lake Dam?
Temple City Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF TEMPLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Temple City Lake Dam built?
Temple City 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 Temple City Lake Dam?
Temple City 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 Temple City Lake Dam?
Temple City Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.
When was Temple City Lake Dam last inspected?
Temple City Lake Dam was last inspected on February 8, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.