Willey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,308 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX07281 |
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
KIMBERLEY WILLEY;MARSHAL WILLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willey Lake Dam?
Willey 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 Willey Lake Dam?
Willey Lake Dam is owned by KIMBERLEY WILLEY;MARSHAL WILLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Willey Lake Dam?
Willey Lake 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.
When was Willey Lake Dam last inspected?
Willey Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.