Bookout Dam
Key Takeaway
Bookout Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02333 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ZAVALA DIMMIT CO WID 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bookout Dam?
Bookout Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bookout Dam?
Bookout Dam is owned by ZAVALA DIMMIT CO WID 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bookout Dam built?
Bookout Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Bookout Dam?
Bookout 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 Bookout Dam?
Bookout Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Bookout Dam last inspected?
Bookout Dam was last inspected on February 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.