Tomlin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tomlin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00296 |
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
EC TOMLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tomlin Lake Dam?
Tomlin 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 Tomlin Lake Dam?
Tomlin Lake Dam is owned by EC TOMLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tomlin Lake Dam built?
Tomlin Lake Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Tomlin Lake Dam?
Tomlin 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 Tomlin Lake Dam?
Tomlin Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.