Voss Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Voss Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,081 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02902 |
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
JAMES WYNN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Voss Lake Dam?
Voss 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 Voss Lake Dam?
Voss Lake Dam is owned by JAMES WYNN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Voss Lake Dam built?
Voss Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Voss Lake Dam?
Voss Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Voss Lake Dam?
Voss Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Voss Lake Dam last inspected?
Voss Lake Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.