World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 796 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04435 |
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
YOUTH WITH A MISSION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam?
World Challenge Lake No 1 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 World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam?
World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam is owned by YOUTH WITH A MISSION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam built?
World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam?
World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam?
World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
World Challenge Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.