Whitley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitley Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 479 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05896 |
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
DOROTHY WHITLEY;EDGAR WHITLEY
Private
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whitley Pond Dam?
Whitley Pond 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 Whitley Pond Dam?
Whitley Pond Dam is owned by DOROTHY WHITLEY;EDGAR WHITLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitley Pond Dam built?
Whitley Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Whitley Pond Dam?
Whitley Pond 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 Whitley Pond Dam?
Whitley Pond Dam 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.