Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04348 |
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
TOMMY WALFORD ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam?
Borrow Pit Reservoir 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 Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam?
Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam is owned by TOMMY WALFORD ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam built?
Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam?
Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam?
Borrow Pit Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 8 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.