Willies Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willies Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05718 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEATRICE PERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willies Lake Dam?
Willies Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Willies Lake Dam?
Willies Lake Dam is owned by BEATRICE PERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willies Lake Dam built?
Willies Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Willies Lake Dam?
Willies Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Willies Lake Dam last inspected?
Willies Lake Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.