Bartholomew Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Bartholomew Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 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 | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07012 |
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 AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bartholomew Park Dam?
Bartholomew Park 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 Bartholomew Park Dam?
Bartholomew Park Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bartholomew Park Dam built?
Bartholomew Park Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Bartholomew Park Dam?
Bartholomew Park 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 Bartholomew Park Dam?
Bartholomew Park Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Bartholomew Park Dam last inspected?
Bartholomew Park Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.