Worthington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Worthington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03207 |
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
MARY WORTHINGTON BOGGEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Worthington Lake Dam?
Worthington Lake 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 Worthington Lake Dam?
Worthington Lake Dam is owned by MARY WORTHINGTON BOGGEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Worthington Lake Dam built?
Worthington Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Worthington Lake Dam?
Worthington Lake 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 Worthington Lake Dam?
Worthington Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Worthington Lake Dam last inspected?
Worthington Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.