Upper House Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper House 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 | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00848 |
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
WF LONG CARE OF A HOLLOMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper House Lake Dam?
Upper House 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 House Lake Dam?
Upper House Lake Dam is owned by WF LONG CARE OF A HOLLOMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper House Lake Dam built?
Upper House 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 House Lake Dam?
Upper House Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper House Lake Dam?
Upper House Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Upper House Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper House Lake Dam was last inspected on October 30, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.