4b Farms Dam

OFF CH-SABANA RIVER· Comanche, Texas· Built 1971· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

4b Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDTX06489

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

4-B FARMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of 4b Farms Dam?

4b Farms 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 4b Farms Dam?

4b Farms Dam is owned by 4-B FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was 4b Farms Dam built?

4b Farms Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 4b Farms Dam?

4b Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is 4b Farms Dam?

4b Farms Dam has a dam height of 31 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.