Smyth Lake No 2 Dam
Smyth Lake No 2 Dam is an earth dam located in Maverick County, Texas, built in 1963. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Smyth Lake No 2 Dam
The primary purpose of Smyth Lake No 2 Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Lynch Smyth (private). It impounds the Elm Creek.
The dam stands 16 feet tall and stretches 2,540 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 320 acre-feet. Completed in 1963, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 03/29/1990. That was over 36 years ago.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Maverick |
| River/Stream | Elm Creek |
| Coordinates | 29.00273, -100.43014 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,540 ft |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | LYNCH SMYTH |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 03/29/1990 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX03653 |
| Federal ID | TX03653 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |