V Bar Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
V Bar Lake No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04151 |
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
SOUTHWEST LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of V Bar Lake No 2 Dam?
V Bar Lake No 2 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 V Bar Lake No 2 Dam?
V Bar Lake No 2 Dam is owned by SOUTHWEST LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was V Bar Lake No 2 Dam built?
V Bar Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 V Bar Lake No 2 Dam?
V Bar Lake No 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is V Bar Lake No 2 Dam?
V Bar Lake No 2 Dam has a dam height of 18 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.