Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam
Key Takeaway
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05815 |
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
CONNECTICUT GENERAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam?
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 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 Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam?
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam is owned by CONNECTICUT GENERAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam built?
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam?
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 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 Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam?
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam last inspected?
Blackmon Farms Reservoir No 6 Dam was last inspected on November 7, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.