Tipps Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tipps Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05518 |
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
AC TIPPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tipps Lake Dam?
Tipps 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 Tipps Lake Dam?
Tipps Lake Dam is owned by AC TIPPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tipps Lake Dam built?
Tipps Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Tipps Lake Dam?
Tipps Lake 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 Tipps Lake Dam?
Tipps Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.