Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 678 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04406 |
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
ESTATE OF THOMAS CHERRYHOMES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam?
Thomas Cherryhomes 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 Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam?
Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam is owned by ESTATE OF THOMAS CHERRYHOMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam built?
Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam?
Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam?
Thomas Cherryhomes Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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.