Winship Lake No 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Winship Lake No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 646 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03670 |
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
GE WINSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winship Lake No 2 Dam?
Winship Lake No 2 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 Winship Lake No 2 Dam?
Winship Lake No 2 Dam is owned by GE WINSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winship Lake No 2 Dam built?
Winship Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Winship Lake No 2 Dam?
Winship Lake No 2 Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Winship Lake No 2 Dam?
Winship Lake No 2 Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Winship Lake No 2 Dam last inspected?
Winship Lake No 2 Dam was last inspected on March 27, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.