Wilson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 980 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,930 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00203 |
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
COON CREEK CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson 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 Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson Lake Dam is owned by COON CREEK CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilson Lake Dam built?
Wilson Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson 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 Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Wilson Lake Dam last inspected?
Wilson Lake Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.