Amistad Dam
Rio Grande·
Val Verde, Texas·
Built 1969·
Concrete·
254 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 254 ft (taller than 100% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 32,022 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 5.1M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.4M acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 123,134 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,507,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02296 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 18, 2017
State Regulated: No
Ownership
International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas
Federal Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Amistad Dam?
Amistad Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Amistad Dam?
Amistad Dam is owned by International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas (Federal Government).
When was Amistad Dam last inspected?
Amistad Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2017.
When was Amistad Dam built?
Amistad Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old.
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.