Tree Farm Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Tree Farm Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06553 |
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
TREE FARM LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tree Farm Dam No 1?
Tree Farm Dam No 1 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 Tree Farm Dam No 1?
Tree Farm Dam No 1 is owned by TREE FARM LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tree Farm Dam No 1 built?
Tree Farm Dam No 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Tree Farm Dam No 1?
Tree Farm Dam No 1 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 Tree Farm Dam No 1?
Tree Farm Dam No 1 has a dam height of 13 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 Tree Farm Dam No 1 last inspected?
Tree Farm Dam No 1 was last inspected on February 27, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.