Arbor Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Arbor Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06544 |
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
ARBOR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arbor Dam 1?
Arbor Dam 1 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 Arbor Dam 1?
Arbor Dam 1 is owned by ARBOR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arbor Dam 1 built?
Arbor Dam 1 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Arbor Dam 1?
Arbor Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arbor Dam 1?
Arbor Dam 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Arbor Dam 1 last inspected?
Arbor Dam 1 was last inspected on July 29, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.