Yseleta Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Yseleta Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 181 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05882 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROBERT MOODY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yseleta Lake Dam?
Yseleta Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Yseleta Lake Dam?
Yseleta Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT MOODY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yseleta Lake Dam built?
Yseleta Lake Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Yseleta Lake Dam?
Yseleta Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Yseleta Lake Dam?
Yseleta 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 Yseleta Lake Dam last inspected?
Yseleta Lake Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.