Wise Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wise Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,201 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06486 |
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
JIM WISE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wise Lake Dam?
Wise 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 Wise Lake Dam?
Wise Lake Dam is owned by JIM WISE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wise Lake Dam built?
Wise Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Wise Lake Dam?
Wise Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Wise Lake Dam?
Wise Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Wise Lake Dam last inspected?
Wise Lake Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.