Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment
Key Takeaway
Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,380 ft |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09652 |
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
CANADIAN RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER AUTHORITY CORPORATION
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment?
Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment 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 Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment?
Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment is owned by CANADIAN RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER AUTHORITY CORPORATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment built?
Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment?
Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment has a dam height of 17 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 Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment last inspected?
Borger Regulating Reservoir Embankment was last inspected on March 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.