Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A
Key Takeaway
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 644 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04042 |
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
Not Listed
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A?
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A 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 Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A?
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A built?
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A?
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A 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 Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A?
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A 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.
When was Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A last inspected?
Cameron County Wid 16 Dam A was last inspected on February 26, 1970. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.