Western Resort Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Western Resort Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09268 |
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
OAK TRAIL OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Western Resort Dam 2?
Western Resort Dam 2 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 Western Resort Dam 2?
Western Resort Dam 2 is owned by OAK TRAIL OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Western Resort Dam 2 built?
Western Resort Dam 2 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Western Resort Dam 2?
Western Resort Dam 2 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 Western Resort Dam 2?
Western Resort Dam 2 has a dam height of 27 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 Western Resort Dam 2 last inspected?
Western Resort Dam 2 was last inspected on August 31, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.