Upper Ellison Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Ellison Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01700 |
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
TG ELLISON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Ellison Lake Dam?
Upper Ellison 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 Upper Ellison Lake Dam?
Upper Ellison Lake Dam is owned by TG ELLISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Ellison Lake Dam built?
Upper Ellison Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Upper Ellison Lake Dam?
Upper Ellison Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Ellison Lake Dam?
Upper Ellison Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.