Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01784 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KEVIN ESTAJLOU
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam?
Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam?
Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam is owned by KEVIN ESTAJLOU (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam built?
Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam?
Twin Lake Estates East 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 Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam?
Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam last inspected?
Twin Lake Estates East Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.