Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,486 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05594 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AMARILLO POTTER RANDALL OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT;CITY OF AMARILLO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam?
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam?
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam is owned by AMARILLO POTTER RANDALL OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT;CITY OF AMARILLO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam built?
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam?
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam?
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Park Lake No 3 Dam last inspected?
Thompson Park Lake No 3 Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.