Afflerbach Impoundment Dam
Key Takeaway
Afflerbach Impoundment Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX07574 |
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
ENSIGN OPERATING LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Afflerbach Impoundment Dam?
Afflerbach Impoundment 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 Afflerbach Impoundment Dam?
Afflerbach Impoundment Dam is owned by ENSIGN OPERATING LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Afflerbach Impoundment Dam?
Afflerbach Impoundment Dam has a dam height of 18 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.