Tosh Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tosh Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05938 |
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
HARRY TOSH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tosh Lake Dam?
Tosh 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 Tosh Lake Dam?
Tosh Lake Dam is owned by HARRY TOSH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tosh Lake Dam built?
Tosh Lake Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Tosh Lake Dam?
Tosh Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tosh Lake Dam?
Tosh Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Tosh Lake Dam last inspected?
Tosh Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.