Cedar Valley College Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Valley College Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04265 |
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
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Valley College Dam?
Cedar Valley College 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 Cedar Valley College Dam?
Cedar Valley College Dam is owned by DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Valley College Dam built?
Cedar Valley College 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 Cedar Valley College Dam?
Cedar Valley College Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Valley College Dam?
Cedar Valley College Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Cedar Valley College Dam last inspected?
Cedar Valley College Dam was last inspected on July 31, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.