Wortham Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Wortham Lake No 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00691 |
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
CITY OF WORTHAM
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wortham Lake No 1 Dam?
Wortham Lake No 1 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 Wortham Lake No 1 Dam?
Wortham Lake No 1 Dam is owned by CITY OF WORTHAM (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wortham Lake No 1 Dam built?
Wortham Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Wortham Lake No 1 Dam?
Wortham Lake No 1 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 Wortham Lake No 1 Dam?
Wortham Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Wortham Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
Wortham Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.