Weaver Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weaver Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,648 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04365 |
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
BRUCE WEAVER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weaver Lake Dam?
Weaver Lake 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 Weaver Lake Dam?
Weaver Lake Dam is owned by BRUCE WEAVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weaver Lake Dam built?
Weaver Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Weaver Lake Dam?
Weaver Lake 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 Weaver Lake Dam?
Weaver Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.