Windthorst Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Windthorst Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 910 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 170 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,759 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02870 |
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
WINDTHORST WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Windthorst Lake Dam?
Windthorst 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 Windthorst Lake Dam?
Windthorst Lake Dam is owned by WINDTHORST WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windthorst Lake Dam built?
Windthorst Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Windthorst Lake Dam?
Windthorst Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Windthorst Lake Dam?
Windthorst 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 Windthorst Lake Dam last inspected?
Windthorst Lake Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.