Tom Clay Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tom Clay Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00243 |
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
TOM CLAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tom Clay Lake Dam?
Tom Clay 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 Tom Clay Lake Dam?
Tom Clay Lake Dam is owned by TOM CLAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tom Clay Lake Dam built?
Tom Clay Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Tom Clay Lake Dam?
Tom Clay 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 Tom Clay Lake Dam?
Tom Clay Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.