Coleman Dam
Key Takeaway
Coleman Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 90 ft (taller than 99.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,886 acres |
| Drainage Area | 299 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 265,924 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02152 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF COLEMAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Coleman Dam?
Coleman Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Coleman Dam?
Coleman Dam is owned by CITY OF COLEMAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coleman Dam built?
Coleman Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Coleman Dam?
Coleman Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coleman Dam?
Coleman Dam has a dam height of 90 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 Coleman Dam last inspected?
Coleman Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.