Upper West Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper West Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 112 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00931 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WEST LAKES CLUB INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper West Lake Dam?
Upper West Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper West Lake Dam?
Upper West Lake Dam is owned by WEST LAKES CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper West Lake Dam built?
Upper West Lake Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 West Lake Dam?
Upper West 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 West Lake Dam?
Upper West Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 West Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper West Lake Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.