Upper Serenity Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Serenity Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,393 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07098 |
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
LAKE WINDCREST POA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Serenity Dam?
Upper Serenity 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 Serenity Dam?
Upper Serenity Dam is owned by LAKE WINDCREST POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Serenity Dam built?
Upper Serenity Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Serenity Dam?
Upper Serenity Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Serenity Dam?
Upper Serenity 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.
When was Upper Serenity Dam last inspected?
Upper Serenity Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.