Arvil Setzler Dam
Key Takeaway
Arvil Setzler Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04294 |
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
ARVIL SETZLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arvil Setzler Dam?
Arvil Setzler 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 Arvil Setzler Dam?
Arvil Setzler Dam is owned by ARVIL SETZLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arvil Setzler Dam built?
Arvil Setzler Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Arvil Setzler Dam?
Arvil Setzler Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arvil Setzler Dam?
Arvil Setzler Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Arvil Setzler Dam last inspected?
Arvil Setzler Dam was last inspected on April 4, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.