Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 292 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,187 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05955 |
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
ARBORETUM ASSOCIATION;CBRE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam?
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond 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 Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam?
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam is owned by ARBORETUM ASSOCIATION;CBRE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam built?
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam?
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam?
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam 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 Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam last inspected?
Arboretum Stormwater Detention Pond Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.