Upper Raintree Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Raintree Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 42 ft (taller than 87.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 549 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,404 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03738 |
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
BILLY PHILLIPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Raintree Lake Dam?
Upper Raintree 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 Upper Raintree Lake Dam?
Upper Raintree Lake Dam is owned by BILLY PHILLIPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Raintree Lake Dam built?
Upper Raintree Lake Dam 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 Upper Raintree Lake Dam?
Upper Raintree 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 Upper Raintree Lake Dam?
Upper Raintree Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Raintree Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Raintree Lake Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.