Chaparrosa Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chaparrosa Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 832 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01804 |
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
CHAPARROSA RANCHES LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chaparrosa Lake Dam?
Chaparrosa Lake 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 Chaparrosa Lake Dam?
Chaparrosa Lake Dam is owned by CHAPARROSA RANCHES LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chaparrosa Lake Dam built?
Chaparrosa Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Chaparrosa Lake Dam?
Chaparrosa Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chaparrosa Lake Dam?
Chaparrosa Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.