Amon G Carter Dam
Key Takeaway
Amon G Carter Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 80 ft (taller than 98.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,540 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150,460 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00699 |
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
CITY OF BOWIE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Amon G Carter Dam?
Amon G Carter 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 Amon G Carter Dam?
Amon G Carter Dam is owned by CITY OF BOWIE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amon G Carter Dam built?
Amon G Carter Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Amon G Carter Dam?
Amon G Carter Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amon G Carter Dam?
Amon G Carter Dam has a dam height of 80 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 Amon G Carter Dam last inspected?
Amon G Carter Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.