White Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
White Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 452 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00783 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF FT WORTH;NOLAN HIGH SCHOOL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of White Lake Dam?
White Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates White Lake Dam?
White Lake Dam is owned by CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF FT WORTH;NOLAN HIGH SCHOOL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Lake Dam built?
White Lake Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 White Lake Dam?
White 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 White Lake Dam?
White Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 White Lake Dam last inspected?
White Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.