Warren Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Warren Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,009 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 987 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 208 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03398 |
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
COASTAL PRAIRIE CONSERVANCY;WARREN GROUP INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warren Lake Dam?
Warren 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 Warren Lake Dam?
Warren Lake Dam is owned by COASTAL PRAIRIE CONSERVANCY;WARREN GROUP INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warren Lake Dam built?
Warren Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Warren Lake Dam?
Warren 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 Warren Lake Dam?
Warren Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Warren Lake Dam last inspected?
Warren Lake Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.