Thompson Estate Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thompson Estate Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,095 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05610 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PHILLIP BRENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thompson Estate Lake Dam?
Thompson Estate Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Thompson Estate Lake Dam?
Thompson Estate Lake Dam is owned by PHILLIP BRENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thompson Estate Lake Dam built?
Thompson Estate Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Thompson Estate Lake Dam?
Thompson Estate Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Thompson Estate Lake Dam last inspected?
Thompson Estate Lake Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.