Buschman Dam 2

TR-PALO DURO CREEK· Hansford, Texas· Built 1981· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Buschman Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX)
Dam Length473 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage284 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2,412 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDTX06700

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ALVIN BUSCHMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Buschman Dam 2?

Buschman Dam 2 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 Buschman Dam 2?

Buschman Dam 2 is owned by ALVIN BUSCHMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Buschman Dam 2 built?

Buschman Dam 2 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Buschman Dam 2?

Buschman Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Buschman Dam 2?

Buschman Dam 2 has a dam height of 37 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.